Friday, May 14, 2010

Easy Cheesy Peasy.

When you want a simple side dish, that pairs well with just about anything this should be you go to. It is quite simple, and oh so tasty. Plus the added bonus to this one is you get your veggies and grains all in one!


Easy Cheesy Peasy
1/2 Box Whole Wheat Orzo Pasta
Drizzle of Olive Oil
1/2 Bag Frozen Peas
4 tbsp Ricotta Cheese
3 tbsp Butter
3 tbsp Cream or Half and Half
Handful of Parmesan Cheese
Salt and Pepper to taste

Cook pasta according to package directions. In the meantime defrost peas by pouring to a strainer and rinsing with hot water. Once pasta has cooked, drain, return to pot, off the heat and drizzle with oil and add peas. Cover for a few minutes to allow peas to warm through. Add ricotta, butter, and cream, stir until all ingredients are well combined season with salt and pepper. Just before serving sprinkle on a little Parmesan cheese.

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