Fettuccine With Peas, Shallot, and Herbs
Serves 4|
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Ingredients
- 12 ounces fettuccine (3/4 box)
- 1 10-ounce package frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 shallots, sliced
- kosher salt and black pepper
- 1/2 cup grated pecorino or Parmesan (2 ounces)
- 1/2 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
Directions
- Cook the pasta according to the package directions, adding the peas during the last 2 minutes of cooking. Reserve ½ cup of the cooking water, drain, and return the pasta and peas to the pot.
- Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the shallots, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Toss the pasta and peas with the shallots, ¼ cup of the cheese, and the reserved cooking water.
- Fold in the parsley and mint. Sprinkle with the remaining ¼ cup of cheese and serve.
Nutritional Information
- Per Serving
- Calories 515Calories From Fat 109
- Protein 23g
- Carbohydrate 81g
- Sugar 9g
- Fiber 6g
- Fat 12g
- Sat Fat 3g
- Sodium 698mg
- Cholesterol 10mg
What does this mean? See
Nutrition 101
.
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Quick Tip
Toss in ½ cup toasted walnut halves when combining the pasta and peas for crunch, flavor, and extra protein.
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