Orecchiette With Savoy Cabbage, Peas, and Lemon Cre

Name: Orecchiette With Savoy Cabbage, Peas, and Lemon Cream
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb orecchiette (ear shaped pasta) or 1 lb pasta shells; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 12 lb savoy cabbage, quartered lengthwise, core discarded, and leaves very thinly sliced crosswise; 1 bunch scallion, thinly sliced (1 cup); ½ cup chicken broth; ½ cup heavy cream; 1 cup thawed frozen peas; 2 teaspoons finely grated fresh lemon zest; ¼ cup chopped fresh dill; ¾ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon pepper

Servings: persons

1 lb orecchiette (ear shaped pasta) or 1 lb pasta shells
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
12 lb savoy cabbage, quartered lengthwise, core discarded, and leaves very thinly sliced crosswise
1 bunch scallion, thinly sliced (1 cup)
½ cup chicken broth
½ cup heavy cream
1 cup thawed frozen peas
2 teaspoons finely grated fresh lemon zest
¼ cup chopped fresh dill
¾ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper

1
Cook pasta in a 6- to 8- quart pot of boiling salted water until al dente.
2
While pasta is cooking, heat butter in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over moderately high heat until foam subsides, then saute cabbage, stirring until pale golden, about 6 minutes.
3
Add scallions, chicken broth, and cream and bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until cabbage is tender, about 2 minutes.
4
Remove from heat and stir in peas, zest, dill, salt and pepper.
5
Ladle out 1 cup pasta cooking water and reserve, then drain pasta in a colander.
6
Combine pasta with cabbage mixture and 3/4 cup reserved pasta water in a large bowl or in pot.
7
If pasta looks dry, moisten with some of remaining water.

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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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 lb orecchiette (ear shaped pasta) or 1 lb pasta shells, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 12 lb savoy cabbage, quartered lengthwise, core discarded, and leaves very thinly sliced crosswise, 1 bunch scallion, thinly sliced (1 cup), and more.

Yes, Orecchiette With Savoy Cabbage, Peas, and Lemon Cream falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Orecchiette With Savoy Cabbage, Peas, and Lemon Cream

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