Pea Pasta with Shallot Cream Sauce
Experience the ultimate comfort with Pea Pasta with Shallot Cream Sauce. This creamy, easy weeknight dinner blends sweet peas and rich shallots for a dish that's both satisfying and light. It’s a delightful choice that you’ll want to make tonight!
Equipment
- Wooden Spoon
- Frying Pan
- Grater
Ingredients
- 8 ounces pasta
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 medium shallots
- 3 cups peas (fresh or frozen)
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup whole milk
- 1 ½ to 2 cups grated parmesan
- ½ Lemon (zested)
- Salt (to taste) Salt
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to instructions. Drain, reserving about ½ cup of pasta water, and set aside.
- To make the sauce, melt the butter in a large pan. Mince the shallots and add them to the pan, cooking until they are soft and starting to brown.
- Add in the peas and cook until the peas are hot.
- Add the cream and milk, stirring to combine.
- Heat over low heat and stir in 1 ½ cups of parmesan. Continue to cook until the sauce begins to thicken slightly.
- Add the pasta and stir to coat. If the pasta is too thin, add a bit more parmesan cheese. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of pasta water.
- Stir in the lemon zest and salt before serving. With salting the pasta water and the amount of cheese, I find I don’t need to add a ton of salt- it’s really up to your tastes.
- Serve with more parmesan cheese and black pepper if desired.
Notes
- Tip 1: Store any leftover pasta in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or milk.
- Tip 2: This dish is not ideal for freezing due to the cream sauce, which can separate. However, you can freeze cooked pasta and sauce separately.
- Tip 3: A light arugula or mixed green salad dressed with a simple lemon vinaigrette complements the creamy pasta beautifully.
- Tip 4: Feel free to incorporate seasonal vegetables like asparagus or zucchini for added color and nutrients.
- Tip 5: Serve with extra parmesan and a sprinkle of black pepper for added flavor.