Spaghetti With Peas

12 ingredients
18 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 pound whole wheat spaghetti
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 1/2 cups peas, fresh or frozen
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, freshly grated, plus more for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup pancetta, diced
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1/2 lemon, zested
  • 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
  • 6 leaves basil

Directions

  1. 1
    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. 2
    Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente, about 8 minutes, or according to the directions on the package.
  3. 3
    Strain.
  4. 4
    Transfer to a large bowl and toss with the olive oil.
  5. 5
    Prepare an ice bath by filling a large bowl with water and ice cubes.
  6. 6
    Bring 2 cups water to a boil in a small pot.
  7. 7
    Add the peas and simmer for 30 seconds.
  8. 8
    Remove the peas with a slotted spoon and transfer them to the ice bath to keep the fresh, bright green color.
  9. 9
    Strain and set aside.
  10. 10
    Whisk together the egg yolks, 2 tablespoons Parmesan, and heavy cream in a small bowl.
  11. 11
    Set aside.
  12. 12
    Heat a large saute pan over low heat.
  13. 13
    Add the pancetta and saute until crispy, about 8 minutes.
  14. 14
    Add the onion and garlic and saute until the onion is translucent, another 4 minutes.
  15. 15
    Add the spaghetti and cook until heated through, about 4 minutes.
  16. 16
    Season with salt and pepper.
  17. 17
    Remove from the heat and toss with the egg-Parmesan mixture and the lemon zest.
  18. 18
    Garnish with the parsley, basil, and peas, sprinkle with grated Parmesan, and serve immediately

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