Savory Creamy Pasta with Peas and Pancetta

Savory Creamy Pasta with Peas and Pancetta

from cookingheavenly.com
Dinner
30 min
4 servings
600 kcal / serving

A creamy and flavorful pasta dish with sweet peas and savory pancetta, perfect for comfort food lovers.

Ingredients

  • 8 ozpasta (such as fettuccine or penne)
  • 1 cupheavy cream
  • 1 cupfresh or frozen peas
  • ½ cupgrated parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoonsolive oil
  • 1 smallonion, diced
  • 2 clovesgarlic, minced
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • fresh herbs (like basil or parsley) for garnish

Directions

Cooking the pasta

  1. 1

    In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Sautéing aromatics

  1. 1

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

  2. 2

    Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Creating the cream sauce

  1. 1

    Lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream. Allow it to simmer gently, stirring frequently, until it thickens slightly, approximately 5 minutes.

Incorporating the peas

  1. 1

    Add the peas to the sauce and cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Combining

  1. 1

    Lower the heat and add the cooked pasta into the skillet, tossing it with the creamy sauce until well coated.

  2. 2

    Stir in the grated Parmesan, allowing it to melt and blend with the sauce.

Serving

  1. 1

    Plate your delicious creamy pasta and garnish with fresh herbs to add a pop of color and freshness. Enjoy!