Creamy Shells With Peas And Bacon Recipe

Name: Creamy Shells With Peas And Bacon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese; 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into several pieces; salt and pepper; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 4 slices bacon, cut into 1/4 in. strips; 1 medium onion, chopped fine; 2 medium garlic cloves, minced; 1 lb small shell pasta or 1 lb penne; 2 cups frozen peas; 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Servings: persons

1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into several pieces
salt and pepper
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
4 slices bacon, cut into 1/4 in. strips
1 medium onion, chopped fine
2 medium garlic cloves, minced
1 lb small shell pasta or 1 lb penne
2 cups frozen peas
1 tablespoon lemon juice

1
Bring 4 quarts water to boil in a large pot for cooking pasta.
2
Place ricotta, Parmesan, butter, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in bowl large enough to hold cooked pasta.
3
Fry oil and bacon in medium nonstick skillet over medium heat until crisp, 6 to 7 minutes. Transfer bacon to plate lined with paper towels. Add onion to empty pan and cook until lightly golden, about 1 minute. Transfer onion mixture to bowl with ricotta mixture.
4
Meanwhile, add 1 tablespoon salt and pasta to boiling water. When pasta is about 1 minute shy of al dente, add peas and continue to cook for 1 minute. Reserving 1 cup cooking water, drain pasta and peas. Add 1/2 cup cooking water and lemon juice to ricotta mixture and whisk until smooth. Add pasta and peas to bowl and toss to coat, adding more reserved cooking water as necessary to moisten pasta. Stir in crisp bacon and adjust seasonings with salt and pepper to taste. Serve.

923

kcal

Calories

Fat

120

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into several pieces, salt and pepper, and more.

Yes, Creamy Shells With Peas And Bacon falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Creamy Shells With Peas And Bacon

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