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Lemony Pasta with Peas

Servings 2

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup dried pasta -cooked according to directions
  • 2 tablespoons Original 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)
  • Good salt and pepper to taste

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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