Green Pea Carbonara Recipe

Name: Green Pea Carbonara
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ½ cups frozen peas, thawed; 1 large egg; 2 large egg yolks; 1 ounce parmesan cheese, grated plus more for serving; ¼ cup heavy cream; ¼ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 4 ounces pancetta or 4 ounces bacon, cubed; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 lb rigatoni pasta

Servings: persons

1 ½ cups frozen peas, thawed
1 large egg
2 large egg yolks
1 ounce parmesan cheese, grated plus more for serving
¼ cup heavy cream
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
4 ounces pancetta or 4 ounces bacon, cubed
1 medium onion, chopped
1 lb rigatoni pasta

1
In a blender or food processor, blend peas, egg, egg yolks, cheese and cream on high speed until smooth, about 30 seconds.
2
Add salt and pepper.
3
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook pancetta until browned, 6 to 8 minutes (if using bacon, cook for slightly longer or until beginning to crisp then drain excess fat from pan).
4
Add onions and cook until softened, another 5 minutes.
5
Cook pasta according to package direction until just tender and still firm to the bite.
6
Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
7
Add pasta to skillet and toss with onions and pancetta for 1 to 2 minutes.
8
Remove skillet from heat, stir in pea mixture, working swiftly and vigorously so egg does not scramble.
9
If sauce is too thick, mix in reserved pasta water, a little at a time.
10
Transfer to serving bowls and top with more Parmesan Cheese.
11
Serve.

844

kcal

Calories

Fat

100

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 ½ cups frozen peas, thawed, 1 large egg, 2 large egg yolks, 1 ounce parmesan cheese, grated plus more for serving, and more.

Yes, Green Pea Carbonara falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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.

Green Pea Carbonara

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