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Creamy Pappardelle with Broccolini and Peas

Creamy Pappardelle with Broccolini and Peas

This easy and elegant pasta dish comes together in less than 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Servings 4

Equipment

  • 1 stockpot
  • 1 large skillet

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pkg pappardelle can substitute with your favorite pasta
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • 1 bunch broccolini, trimmed
  • 1 cup peas, fresh or frozen
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 2 tbsp pesto
  • 2 cups parmesan cheese, grated
  • juice from a lemon
  • parmesan cheese for serving

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the salt.
  • Add the broccolini into the pot and allow it to boil for 3-5 minutes until bright green. Remove from the water and allow to cool and drain. Chop into smaller pieces.
  • Once the water is boiling again add the pappardelle and cook it according to the package directions for al dente.
  • Add the peas the last minute the pasta is cooking.
  • Drain the pasta and peas.
  • Add the cream and garlic cloves to a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Allow the cream to reduce and thicken.
  • Stir in the parmesan and continue to stir until it has melted. Stir in the pesto.
  • Add the pasta, peas, and broccolini into the pan. Squeeze in the lemon juice and stir to combine.
  • Top with extra shaved parmesan.
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