Lemony Pasta with Peas
Lemon, garlic and Parmesan combined with pasta and peas? A mouthwatering combo in our book. These simple fresh ingredients meld beautifully into a flavorful lunch or dinner. Toss in a salad and voila! Bon appetit!
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried pasta -cooked according to directions
- 2 tablespoons Simply Ghee
- 1 cup fresh or frozen peas
- 1 shallot; sliced
- 2 garlic cloves; minced
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest (1 lemon)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (1 lemon)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (or more to taste)
- season with good salt and pepper
Instructions
- Bring water to boil and cook pasta accordingly to the package directions. Drain, stir in a teeny bit of olive oil and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt the ghee. Add shallots and cook till they become a little transparent.
- Add the peas and garlic and cook till garlic is lightly browned and peas are cooked to your liking.
- In the same pan you cooked the pasta, add ghee and lemon juice, zest, salt and pepper and heat till incorporated. Add grated parmesan cheese and blend.
- Add pasta to the pot, stir until completely blended. Add more lemon juice, zest, salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the rest of the cooked ingredients – blend well and spoon into bowls.
- Top with more cheese and lemon zest and serve.
Notes
Serves 2 generously with a side salad.
Toss in roasted red and orange peppers for added flavor and color.
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