Orecchiette Pasta With Peas, Ham And Cream

• 1 lb orecchiette
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 small white onion, diced (about 1/2 cup)
• 1/2 cup frozen peas (fresh are fine)
• 2 tablespoons water
• 4 ounces cooked ham, cut into thin strips (or prosciutto)
• 3/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, fresh
• salt
• pepper

1. Cook pasta according to package directions.
2. Meanwhile, warm 1 tablespoon of the butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. When butter starts to bubble, add onion and cook for 3 - 4minutes, until translucent, stirring often.
3. Add the peas and water to the pan and cook 3 minutes, stirring. Stir in the ham and cook 2 minutes. Add the cream; bring to a low simmer and cook 5 minutes.
4. Drain the pasta; place in a large serving bowl.
5. Stir remaining 2 tablespoons butter into the cream mixture over low heat until melted.
6. Stir in the cheese.
7. Pour sauce over pasta to coat.
8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. Serve and enjoy!

orecchiette, butter, white onion, frozen peas, water, ham, heavy cream, parmesan cheese, salt, pepper

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/orecchiette-pasta-with-peas-ham-and-cream-176015 (may not work)