Pasta With Figs and Prosciutto Recipe

Ingredients (11)

• 8 thin slices of Prosciutto, about 6 ounces, divided
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 cup finely chopped onion (about 1/2 medium onion)
• 2 garlic cloves, minced (about 2 teaspoons)
• 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 to 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 8 to 10 medium fresh, ripe figs, about 2 1/2 cups chopped
• 1 pound pasta of choice (see note)
• 1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves
• 1/3 cup lightly toasted pine nuts (see note)
• Grated Pecorino Romano cheese