Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of Pasta Piselli, a delightful dish featuring tender pasta and sweet peas. Perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz small pasta (shells or penne)
- 1 cup fresh peas
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water and cook the pasta until al dente. Drain, reserving some pasta water.
- 2. Sauté Garlic and Peas: In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté garlic until fragrant. Add fresh peas and cook for 3-4 minutes.
- 3. Combine Ingredients: Mix the drained pasta into the skillet with peas and garlic, adding reserved pasta water gradually for creaminess.
- 4. Add Cheese and Seasoning: Stir in Parmesan cheese along with salt and pepper, allowing it to melt slightly.
- 5. Garnish and Serve: Plate your Pasta Piselli, topping with extra Parmesan and cracked black pepper if desired. Enjoy immediately while hot!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg