PASTA E PISELLI (PASTA AND PEAS)
This is one of those wonderful peasant dishes that has been passed down from generation to generation. We don't really have a recipe so the amounts are estimates. It's made with ingredients that are always on hand. Makes for a quick and easy week day dinner.
Provided by Joanne Bellezza-Loughlin
Categories Pasta Sides
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. Cook pasta in large pot of boiling, salted water until al dente.
- 2. In a medium size sauce pan, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the chopped onion. Cook for approximately 5 minutes until translucent and then add the minced garlic. Cook for about another minute or two.
- 3. Add the can of peas with liquid to the onion garlic mixture and cook for another 5 minutes or so.
- 4. Strain the pasta leaving a small amount of the pasta water (maybe 1/2 cup) in the pot with the pasta. Transfer the pasta to a serving platter.
- 5. In a medium size bowl, beat the egg and add 1/4 cup of grated cheese, salt pepper and parsely to taste. Add to the pasta and mix well so that the egg coats the pasta. (Note: You don't want scrambled eggs, the egg will cook enough just from the heat of the pasta.)
- 6. Add the peas to the pasta and mix well.
- 7. Top with the other 1/4 cup of grated cheese. Of course you can always use more or less depending on your taste.
- 8. Serve with Italian Bread (I like Semolina) and side salad.
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Avet Hambardzumyan
h-avet30@yahoo.comI'm not a big fan of peas, but I really enjoyed this dish. The peas were cooked perfectly and they were very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Kamree Allen
allenkamree60@hotmail.frThis recipe is a great way to use up leftover ham. I like to add a little bit of chopped ham to the sauce, and it gives the dish a delicious smoky flavor.
Buhle Mlaba
b_m22@gmail.comI made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I will definitely be making this again.
Hailey Reinert
hailey-reinert@gmail.comThis pasta dish is so creamy and flavorful. I love the combination of the peas and the pancetta. It's a great comfort food meal.
Divya Gurung
divyag@yahoo.comI'm always looking for new and easy pasta recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's quick to make and it's always a hit with my family.
Sonia Noshad
sonia.noshad@yahoo.comThis recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the peas in this dish, and they always ask for seconds.
Maya hana
m.hana99@yahoo.comI love the simplicity of this dish. It's just a few basic ingredients, but they come together to create a delicious and satisfying meal.
Marof Hasan
hasan87@aol.comThis pasta dish is so light and refreshing. It's perfect for a summer meal. I like to serve it with a side of grilled vegetables.
Brynlie Slight
brynlieslight1@yahoo.comI've made this dish several times now and it's always a success. It's a great way to use up leftover peas, and it's also a very affordable meal.
Aqeel Sohotra
s26@gmail.comThis recipe is a keeper! It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I like to add a little bit of lemon zest to the sauce for a pop of freshness.
Unako Zintonga
uz25@yahoo.comI made this dish for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the bright flavors and the creamy sauce. I will definitely be making this again.
johny sorkar
s31@gmail.comThis is my new favorite pasta dish! It's so simple to make, but it's packed with flavor. I love the combination of the peas, pancetta, and Parmesan cheese.
Ken Long
k_l42@gmail.comThis recipe was easy to follow and turned out great! I used fresh peas from my garden, and they were delicious. I also added a bit of red pepper flakes for a little extra spice.
adepoju adedotun
adedotun26@hotmail.comI'm not usually a fan of peas, but this dish changed my mind. The peas were so sweet and tender, and they paired perfectly with the pasta and sauce.
Steven Williams
stevenw@yahoo.comThis pasta e piselli recipe was fantastic! The flavors were so fresh and vibrant, and the peas were perfectly cooked. I will definitely be making this again.