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Thanksgiving Peas

Thanksgiving Peas with Pancetta and Pear: A Festive Delight

This Thanksgiving Peas recipe combines sweet pears and savory pancetta for a delightful holiday side dish.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 3 cups Frozen Peas No need to thaw before cooking
  • 1 medium Pear Can swap with diced apple
For the Flavor
  • 4 oz Pancetta Bacon can be used as a substitute
  • 2 medium Shallots Yellow onion can substitute
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard Whole grain mustard can substitute
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Use for zesting
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper Use freshly ground for best flavor
For the Garnish
  • 2 tbsp Parsley Cilantro can be substituted

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by peeling, slicing, and dicing the pear into small cubes. Toss with lemon juice to prevent browning.
  2. In a large skillet, add the diced pancetta and cook for about 5-7 minutes until crispy. Drain on paper towels.
  3. Add the sliced shallots to the skillet with reserved fat. Sauté for about 1-2 minutes until soft and translucent.
  4. Stir in the Dijon mustard, then add frozen peas and diced pears. Cook together for about 5 minutes until heated through.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in half of the crispy pancetta, parsley, and black pepper.
  6. Transfer to a serving bowl and top with remaining pancetta, garnish with lemon zest and additional parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor. Cook peas directly from the freezer to maintain vibrant color.

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