Fettuccine With Smashed Peas
Ready in 45 minutes, for 8 servings
INGREDIENTS:
- pasta
1) Cook the pasta according to package directions.
INGREDIENTS:
- peas
EQUIPMENT:
- food processor
- blender
2) Meanwhile, pulse the thawed peas in a food processor or blender until chopped (take care not to puree).
INGREDIENTS:
- salt and pepper
- ricotta cheese
- peas
3) Add cup ricotta, salt and pepper to the peas and pulse to mix everything together.
INGREDIENTS:
- pasta
- water
4) Drain the pasta and reserve cup of the cooking water.
INGREDIENTS:
- pasta
EQUIPMENT:
- pot
5) Put the pasta back in the pot.
INGREDIENTS:
- water
- peas
EQUIPMENT:
- pot
6) Add the peas to the cooking water and to the pot and toss together.
INGREDIENTS:
- ricotta cheese
- chives
- pasta
EQUIPMENT:
- bowl
7) Arrange the pasta in a large bowl or platter, and top with the remaining ricotta and sprinkle with the chives.
INGREDIENTS:
- olive oil
8) Drizzle the olive oil over top.
INGREDIENTS:
- ricotta cheese
EQUIPMENT:
- bowl
9) Serve in individual bowls, making sure to distribute the ricotta cheese topping,