Description
This easy Parmesan Pea Pasta recipe combines tender small pasta with sweet frozen peas, rich butter, and savory grated Parmesan cheese. Quick to prepare and comforting, it’s a perfect weeknight meal that comes together in under 30 minutes with simple pantry ingredients.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1/2 lb ditlani pasta (or other small pasta)
- 3/4 cup frozen peas
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/4 to 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Sprinkle of garlic salt
Instructions
- Boil water: In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add a pinch of salt to season.
- Cook pasta: Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions, usually 8-12 minutes.
- Add peas: About 5 minutes before the pasta finishes, add the frozen peas into the pot to cook perfectly alongside the pasta.
- Drain: Once pasta and peas are tender, strain the water using a colander.
- Combine ingredients: Return the drained pasta and peas to the pot. Add butter, grated Parmesan cheese, and a sprinkle of garlic salt if desired.
- Mix thoroughly: Stir until the butter melts and the pasta is evenly coated with cheese and butter.
- Serve: Serve the pasta warm and enjoy this simple, comforting dish.
Notes
- Adjust Parmesan cheese quantity to taste for more or less cheesy flavor.
- You can use any small pasta shape if ditlani is unavailable.
- For a richer dish, add a splash of cream or a handful of fresh herbs like parsley.
- This dish pairs well with grilled chicken or a crisp salad for a complete meal.
- Garlic salt can be substituted with regular salt and a pinch of garlic powder if preferred.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: parmesan pasta, pea pasta, quick pasta recipe, easy weeknight dinner, Italian pasta dish
