Description
Penne and Peas is a simple and comforting Italian pasta dish featuring tender green peas, sautéed onions, and penne pasta cooked in a flavorful broth of white wine and vegetable stock, finished with grated Parmesan cheese for a creamy, savory touch.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, finely diced
- 16 ounces green peas, fresh or frozen
- 3 1/2 ounces white wine
- 12 ounces dry penne or penne rigate pasta
- 1 1/4 cups low-sodium vegetable stock
- 2 ounces grated Parmesan cheese
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat until shimmering.
- Sauté onions: Add the finely diced onion and sauté until soft and golden, about 6 to 8 minutes.
- Add peas: Stir in the green peas and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until they are tender but still vibrant.
- Add white wine: Pour in the white wine and cook for 5 minutes, allowing the alcohol to evaporate and the flavors to meld.
- Add pasta and stock: Add the dry penne to the pot and stir well to combine. Pour in 1 1/4 cups of low-sodium vegetable stock and bring to a boil.
- Simmer pasta: Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook until the pasta is al dente, about 15 to 18 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Finish with cheese and seasonings: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Season with kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
- Serve and enjoy: Serve the Penne and Peas immediately while warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use fresh peas in season for the best sweetness, or frozen peas for convenience.
- If you prefer a creamier sauce, add a splash of cream or extra Parmesan cheese.
- Substitute vegetable stock with chicken stock if not vegetarian.
- Stir frequently during cooking to prevent pasta from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- Adjust seasoning at the end, adding more salt or pepper as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: Fifty grams
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
