Description
A simple and flavorful side dish featuring sweet peas and savory pancetta.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 ounces pancetta, diced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 pound frozen peas
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add pancetta and cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove pancetta with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the skillet.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add frozen peas to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender and heated through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Return the cooked pancetta to the skillet.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir to combine.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- You can substitute bacon for pancetta if desired.
- For a creamier dish, stir in a tablespoon of butter or a splash of heavy cream at the end.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired