Imagine twirling your fork into a plate of luxuriously creamy pasta, studded with crispy pancetta and sweet green peas that burst with flavor in every bite. This Italian-inspired dish is not just a meal – it's a culinary journey that transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-worthy experience you can create right in your own kitchen. In just 25 minutes, you'll craft a dish so irresistibly delicious that it'll become your new go-to comfort food recipe that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta of choice
- 4 oz pancetta, diced
- 1 cup peas
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Bring a boil to cook the pasta In a large skillet medium heat crispy and golden brown 5 minutes the skillet from the heat the pancetta to a paper towel-lined plate In the same skillet the peas medium heat the cream has thickened slightly 5 minutes Stir in the cooked pancetta with salt and pepper to taste Once the pasta is cooked and reserve some pasta water the pasta to the skillet to coat the pasta in the sauce pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency Serve with fresh parsley
Tips
- Use high-quality pancetta for maximum flavor - the crispy bits are what make this dish truly special.
- Reserve some pasta water before draining! The starchy liquid helps create a silky, clingy sauce that coats every pasta strand.
- Grate your Parmesan cheese fresh for the most intense flavor and smoothest texture.
- Don't overcook the peas - they should remain bright green and have a slight bite.
- For extra richness, you can add a small knob of butter when stirring in the Parmesan cheese.
- Choose a pasta shape that holds sauce well, like rigatoni, penne, or fusilli.
- Let the dish rest for 1-2 minutes after cooking to allow the sauce to slightly thicken and settle.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 650kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 25g
Fat: 40g
Saturated Fat: 22g
Cholesterol: 110mg
