Pasta Piselli
This is an easy and tasty side dish. Keep in mind for these photos I made half of this recipe.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 onion, finely diced
- pinch cayenne pepper, as desired, or red pepper flakes
- 454 grams frozen peas, (1 lb)
- 4 cups water, and as needed
- ¼ cup fresh Italian parsley, finely chopped or 2 tablespoons dried
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- 454 grams ditalini pasta, (1 lb)
- salt and pepper, as desired
- Parmesan cheese, grated, for serving
Instructions
- In a large sauce pan, 3-4 quart size, heat the olive oil on low heat then add the onion and saute until translucent and soft. Add the cayenne pepper and saute for another minute.
- Add the frozen peas and cook for about 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the water, salt, and parsley, bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer. Cook the peas for about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the pasta and increase heat to medium high. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring often, until tender and the water is absorbed. If all the water is absorbed and the pasta is not tender, stir in ¼ cup of water and continue cooking until tender.
- When the pasta is tender, taste and season with salt and black pepper as desired.
- Serve with grated Parmesan cheese for a topping if desired. Enjoy.
Notes
Variant: 1. Added heated meatballs for a meal.