Pasta is the ultimate quick-fix entrée—or side dish. Add flavorful ingredients, fresh basil, Parmesan cheese, and a drizzle of olive oil to bring it all together. This dish is good enough to hold its own with bread—or served alongside fish or chicken.
Linguine with Green Peas and Roasted Red Peppers
Olive oil
1 shallot, sliced
1 clove minced garlic
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Kosher salt and fresh cracked pepper
1 cup cooked sweet peas
¼ cup chopped roasted red peppers
6 oz. linguine*
2 tablespoons pesto
Fresh basil
Fresh Parmesan cheese
Cook linguine according to package directions.
Meanwhile, heat olive oil in skillet over medium-low heat. Add shallots, and sauté for about 3 minutes. Add garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté 1 minute more. Add peas and roasted red peppers. Season with salt and pepper. Toss and remove from heat.
Drain linguine, and transfer to large bowl. Add pesto and toss to coat pasta well. Add pea mixture and toss. Adjust seasoning. Serve topped with basil and Parmesan cheese.
*I prefer whole grain linguine as a healthier option. Suggestion: Serve linguine with seared salmon, topped with a small dollop of pesto.
