Lemon Parmesan Pasta with Spring Peas
This simple, creamy Lemon Parmesan Pasta with Spring Peas is springtime in a bowl!
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- salt and pepper
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup Parmesan
- 1/2 lemon juiced (or more if you like a more lemony flavour)
- 300 g pasta (I used linguini)
- 1 cup peas frozen or fresh
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil sliced thinly
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Fill a large pot with water and set to high heat. When the water is boiling, add the pasta and boil until al dente. Cooking time will depend on the type of pasta you choose.
- Over medium heat, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil or butter and add the flour, stirring to create a roux. Add the milk and stir constantly until it begins to thicken, about 3 minutes. Lower the heat to medium-low and add Parmesan and continue to stir for 2 more minutes. Add frozen peas and simmer for 3 minutes.
- Drain pasta and return it to the pot. Add the sauce and lemon juice, and simmer for a few minutes. Salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle with fresh basil and lemon zest just before serving. You can also serve with more grated parmesan if you like.
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Nutrition
Calories: 232kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 11gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 18mgSodium: 635mgPotassium: 495mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 904IUVitamin C: 28mgCalcium: 277mgIron: 2mg
The nutritional information provided is based on third-party calculations and is an estimate only. Accurate nutritional facts will vary based on the particular brands used, portion sizes, measurement accuracy and more.
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