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Pasta with Peas

A quick and creamy one-pot pasta dish featuring sweet peas and parmesan, perfect for busy weeknights.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 lb (450 grams) peas, fresh or frozen
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
  • 2 cups (480 ml) low-sodium vegetable broth or water
  • Salt & pepper, to taste
  • ½ lb (220 grams) short-shaped pasta (shells, elbows, ditaloni, etc.)
  • ½ cup (50 grams) grated parmesan cheese, plus more to serve

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the peas and pour in the vegetable broth (or water); bring to a gentle boil.
  4. Add the pasta and a pinch of salt, then reduce heat to a simmer and cover.
  5. Cook, stirring often, until the pasta is al dente and most of the liquid has been absorbed, 8–12 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in the grated parmesan until it melts into a creamy sauce.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  8. Serve warm with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and additional parmesan.

Notes

Great served with toasted breadcrumbs or fresh herbs. Add a squeeze of lemon for extra brightness.

  • Author: jayne
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: One-pot cooking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 16g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: pasta, peas, one-pot, creamy, quick dinner