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Pasta with Peas and Potatoes: A Creamy Embrace of Spring Flavours

Pasta with Peas and Potatoes: A Creamy Embrace of Spring Flavours

Discover this creamy and flavoursome pasta with peas and potatoes – a delightful dish perfect for any occasion!

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Prep Time
around 10 minutes
🔥
Cook Time
about 40 minutes
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Serve
Serves 4
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Difficulty
Easy
💰 Budget-friendly
🗓️ Spring
4.9/5

🛒 Ingredients

  • 400g pasta (wholewheat pappardelle recommended)
  • 300g fresh or frozen peas
  • 1 onion
  • A handful of parsley
  • 1 sachet of saffron
  • 1 potato
  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 100g grated Sicilian pecorino cheese

📊 Nutritional Information

Calories
450 kcal
Protein
15 g
Fat
12 g
Carbohydrates
70 g
Fiber
8 g
Sugars
6 g
Sodium
650 mg

This pasta with peas and potatoes captures the fresh spirit of Sicilian springtime. Creamy and comforting, it’s an ideal dish for a family lunch or a cosy dinner with friends, blending simplicity with rich flavours. The sweet, fresh peas pair beautifully with the soft potatoes and the robust bite of Sicilian pecorino cheese, creating a harmony that wins you over from the very first taste. Traditionally made in the spring when peas are at their best, this recipe has become a beloved staple on Sicilian tables. The intoxicating aroma of saffron and the fresh fragrance of parsley complete the dish, making it utterly irresistible. Perfect to enjoy on a sunny day, perhaps with a glass of good Sicilian red wine. Preparation is straightforward and quick, making it a brilliant option for anyone wanting to serve something tasty without spending hours in the kitchen. While fresh peas are ideal, frozen peas work just as well, keeping all the lovely flavours intact.

👨‍🍳 Preparation

  1. 1

    Gently fry the finely sliced onion in extra virgin olive oil.

  2. 2

    Add the peas, chopped potato, chopped parsley and saffron. Let everything simmer gently for 15 minutes, adding a splash of water as needed.

  3. 3

    Remove the potato and mash it through a food mill or sieve. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

  4. 4

    Return the puréed potato to the pan with the peas and continue cooking, stirring frequently.

  5. 5

    Cook the pasta until just al dente, drain and toss it with the pecorino and some of the sauce.

  6. 6

    Serve the pasta piping hot with the remaining sauce poured over, topped with a sprinkle of pecorino.

💡 Tips and Variations

For an extra flavour boost, stir through some crispy pancetta or finely chopped prosciutto. If you fancy a lighter twist, swap the pecorino for salted ricotta.

📦 Storage

  • Keep refrigerated for up to 2 days.
  • This dish freezes well for up to a month.
  • Reheat in the oven at 160°C for 10 minutes before serving.

🍷 Pairing

Enjoy with a Sicilian red like Nero d’Avola, whose fruity notes and smooth body complement the dish beautifully.

I really hope you give this comforting and charming Sicilian pasta a go at home. It’s a lovely way to bring a taste of southern Italy to your table, bursting with spring freshness and rich flavours. Best enjoyed shared with loved ones, so gather your family or friends, pop open a bottle of wine, and enjoy a truly heartwarming meal together. Do let me know how you get on – I’m sure it will become a firm favourite!

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