Neapolitan pasta and peas is a tasty first course, very easy to prepare.
A traditional recipe, which as such, has infinite “variants” for every family, very simple to prepare, in a single pot, rich in flavor and perfect for everyday lunch or dinner.
Peas belong to the legume family and are characterized by a high content of water, fiber, folic acid, vitamin C, and minerals. They have diuretic, invigorating, and energizing effects, also helping to reduce blood cholesterol levels. In cooking, they are very versatile, but their combination with pasta optimizes protein assimilation.
Read how to make Neapolitan pasta and peas with the easy recipe you will find below, as usual, right after the photo 😉
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- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Cheap
- Preparation time: 5 Minutes
- Portions: 4
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- 12.7 oz short pasta
- 14.1 oz peas
- 5.3 oz bacon (diced)
- 1 onion
- extra virgin olive oil
- salt
- pepper
Preparation of Neapolitan Pasta and Peas
Chop the onion.
Place a few tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil in a saucepan, add the chopped onion, and let it soften.
Add the diced bacon and let it brown.Add the peas, stir to flavor for a few minutes.
Add enough hot water to cover the peas by one and a half inches.
Lower the heat, cover with a lid, and let cook for about fifteen minutes from the moment it starts boiling.Adjust salt, pepper, add the pasta and cook it, adding more hot water if necessary to achieve a dish that is not dry.
Turn off the heat and serve your Neapolitan pasta and peas.
Notes
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