Lemony Pasta with Prosciutto 

Lemony Pasta with Prosciutto – The Perfect Weeknight Valentine’s Dinner 💛🍋🍝

When Valentine’s Day falls on a weeknight, you need a fast, easy, and romantic dinner that still feels special. Enter: Lemony Pasta with Prosciutto. This dish is elegant yet effortless, coming together in under 30 minutes with just five simple ingredients—so you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying the evening.

✨ Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
✔️ Quick & Easy – Ready in under 30 minutes with minimal effort.
✔️ Luxuriously Buttery & Lemony – The perfect balance of richness and brightness.
✔️ Savory, Crispy Prosciutto – Adds depth of flavor and a touch of indulgence.
✔️ Romantic & Restaurant-Worthy – The perfect plate to share (cue the Lady and the Tramp moment 😘).

Ingredients (Only 5!):

🍝 8 oz pasta (linguine, fettuccine, or spaghetti)
🧈 4 tbsp unsalted butter
🍋 Zest & juice of 1 large lemon
🥓 3 oz prosciutto, torn into bite-sized pieces
🧀 ½ cup grated Parmesan (plus more for serving)

How to Make It:

1️⃣ Cook the pasta – Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
2️⃣ Crisp the prosciutto – In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the prosciutto for 2-3 minutes until crispy. Remove and set aside.
3️⃣ Make the lemon-butter sauce – In the same skillet, melt butter over low heat. Add lemon zest, lemon juice, and a splash of reserved pasta water. Stir well.
4️⃣ Toss the pasta – Add drained pasta to the skillet, tossing until coated. Stir in grated Parmesan and mix until creamy. Add more pasta water if needed for a silky sauce.
5️⃣ Finish & Serve – Top with crispy prosciutto and extra Parmesan. Serve immediately and enjoy with a glass of wine! 🍷

✨ Pro Tip: Want to elevate it even more? Add fresh basil, red pepper flakes, or a drizzle of truffle oil!

This simple yet stunning dish is the fastest way to anyone’s heart. 💛 Tag your Valentine & save this recipe!