LEMON AND PEA ALFREDO

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Lemon and Pea Alfredo image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Kosher salt
1 pound fusilli con buco pasta, such as Rustichella d'Abruzzo or Setaro
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic, smashed
2 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan, plus more for serving
1 cup mascarpone, at room temperature
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest (from 1 large lemon)
1 1/2 cups frozen peas, thawed
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon pink peppercorns, ground

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until just short of al dente, 10 or 11 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat a large straight-sided skillet over medium heat. Add the butter and olive oil to the hot skillet. When the butter is melted, add the garlic; cook, stirring often, until soft and fragrant. Add 1/2 cup of the pasta water, then reduce the heat to low.
  • When the pasta is ready, lift it out of the water and add it directly to the sauce; reserve the pasta water. Sprinkle the Parmesan over the pasta and stir to combine. Return the heat to medium, add the mascarpone, lemon zest and 3/4 teaspoon salt and toss well. Continue cooking until the pasta is al dente, another minute or two, adding pasta water as needed to thin the sauce.
  • Add the peas and lemon juice; toss well to combine. Add more pasta water as needed to reach the desired sauce consistency (you will most likely use about 1 1/2 cups pasta water in all).
  • Sprinkle with the pink pepper and additional Parmesan, if desired.

Norcinta Lailatul huda
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover pasta. I also added some chopped chicken and it was a delicious and easy meal.


Thomas Blair
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I'm a huge fan of lemon and this recipe didn't disappoint. The sauce was light and refreshing.


DJK_OFFICAL
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This dish is a great way to sneak some vegetables into your kids' diet. My kids loved the peas and the lemon sauce.


Akweley Ama
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I'm always looking for new pasta recipes and this one didn't disappoint. It's simple but flavorful.


Maretis Barrios
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.


NerdyDope Artist
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This recipe was a little bland for my taste. I added some garlic and red pepper flakes and it was much better.


Saifullah Shuaibu
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my sauce turned out really grainy. I think I may have overcooked the flour.


Rasel Biswas2022
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This was my first time making Alfredo sauce from scratch and it turned out great. This recipe is a keeper!


betty boggan
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I'm not a big fan of peas, but I really enjoyed this dish. The lemon and Alfredo sauce really masked the pea flavor.


Scott Tank
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. I always have the ingredients on hand.


Pro_Gamer_YT
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Hlehle Gabanyane
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover peas. I also added some chopped sun-dried tomatoes and it was delicious.


Ariel Sanchez
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I had some trouble getting the sauce to thicken, but I eventually got it right. The end result was a delicious and creamy pasta dish.


Lauren San Miguel
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The sauce was a little too thick for my liking, but the flavors were all there. I'll try it again with a little less flour next time.


Abdullah Zulbijaadeyn
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This recipe was a little too lemony for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. Otherwise, it was a great dish.


M Kashee
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I love the combination of lemon and peas in this dish. It's so refreshing and flavorful.


Holly Wilkins
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This is now my go-to pasta recipe. It's quick, easy, and always a hit with my family and friends.


Muhammad Rasool
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I'm not usually a fan of Alfredo sauce, but this recipe changed my mind. The lemon and peas really elevated the dish and made it something special.


Rahman Gaming
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This was surprisingly easy to make and turned out delicious. I used fresh peas from my garden and the lemon added a nice brightness to the dish.


Chanray Matthys
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This was an incredible dish! The flavors of the lemon and peas blended perfectly with the Alfredo sauce. I will definitely be making this again.