Description
A comforting dish that combines pasta and sweet peas, reminiscent of childhood and family feasts.
Ingredients
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- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 cups frozen peas
- A handful of baby spinach (optional)
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 8 oz small-shaped pasta (gluten-free if needed)
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese (or nutritional yeast if vegan)
- Juice from 1/2 lemon
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or a Dutch oven over medium heat. Once hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, stirring often until fragrant.
- Add the frozen peas and 1/2 cup of vegetable broth to the pot. Cook for 5 minutes or until the peas become soft.
- Transfer 3/4 of the cooked peas and optional baby spinach to a blender.
- Add the pasta and the remaining vegetable broth to the pot. Season with salt and black pepper. Cover with a lid and cook for 15 minutes, stirring often to prevent burning. Ensure the pasta is al dente and that the liquid evaporates.
- Blend the peas with a splash of water until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the blended mixture back into the pot. Stir well, and finish with parmesan cheese and a squeeze of lemon juice.
Notes
For variations, consider adding different herbs like basil or dill, or red pepper flakes for heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: pasta, peas, comfort food, vegetarian, quick meal
