Pasta e Piselli
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
405 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Pasta e Piselli
Description
This classic Italian pasta dish sautéed shallots in extra virgin olive oil until softened, then simmered peas with pasta water to tenderize. Meanwhile, ditalini pasta is cooked halfway separately, reserving ample pasta water to finish cooking the pasta directly in the peas and shallot mixture. Stirring the pasta in reserved starchy water allows the dish to develop a creamy consistency without added cream. Off heat, grated Pecorino cheese and fresh chopped mint are stirred in, adding saltiness and a fresh, aromatic finish. Salt and freshly ground black pepper season the dish to taste.
Pasta e Piselli showcases balance between starch, vegetable sweetness, cheese saltiness, and herbaceous brightness. It can be served as a light main course or alongside other dishes. The simplicity emphasizes quality ingredients and gentle cooking. Extra Pecorino can be served at the table for personal preference.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
- 1 shallot large, finely chopped
- 1 pound pea fresh or frozen
- 11 ounce ditalini pasta or another small pasta
- 1 cup pecorino cheese grated, plus extra for serving
- 1 tablespoon mint leaf to taste, chopped, fresh
- ½ teaspoon salt to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper to taste, ground
Instructions
- Begin by heating the olive oil in a deep, saute pot. Once hot, sauté the shallot for approximately 3-4 minutes, or until it becomes soft.
- While the shallot is cooking, bring a pot of water to a boil and generously add salt. Cook the pasta for half the time indicated on the package. Before draining the pasta, ensure to save about 4 cups of pasta water.
- Next, add the peas over the sautéed shallots along with 1 cup of pasta water and simmer for 3 minutes, covered.
- Transfer the pasta to the pot and gradually add the reserved pasta water while stirring, until the pasta reaches an al dente texture. This process should take roughly 5 minutes, and you should still have some liquid left in the pan when the pasta is al dente.
- Turn off the heat, and add grated Pecorino and mint leaves to the pan. Season to your preference with salt and freshly ground black pepper, and serve with additional grated Pecorino on top.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 405 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 405kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 51g | 17% |
| Protein | 16g | 32% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 402mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 335mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 684IU | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 31mg | 34% |
| Calcium | 211mg | 21% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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