Orecchiette With Savoy Cabbage, Peas, and Lemon Cream Recipe 🍋
Description: This delightful Orecchiette pasta dish, featuring tender Savoy cabbage, sweet peas, and a creamy lemon-infused sauce, is a quick and easy recipe perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner. It’s both creamy and fresh, offering a satisfying meal in just under 30 minutes.
Recipe Category: One Dish Meal
Keywords: < 30 Mins, Easy
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
| Ingredients | Quantity |
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| Pasta shells | 1 |
| Unsalted butter | 2 tbsp |
| Savoy cabbage | 1/2 |
| Scallion | 1 |
| Chicken broth | 1/2 cup |
| Heavy cream | 1/2 cup |
| Fresh lemon zest | 1 |
| Fresh dill | 2 tbsp |
| Salt | 1/4 tsp |
| Pepper | 3/4 tsp |
| Peas | 1/4 cup |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 639.8
- Fat Content: 18.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 10.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 56mg
- Sodium Content: 613.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 98.1g
- Fiber Content: 8.2g
- Sugar Content: 6.5g
- Protein Content: 20g
Instructions:
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Cook Pasta: Begin by cooking the pasta shells in a large pot of boiling salted water until they reach the desired al dente texture. This typically takes about 15 minutes.
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Prepare Cabbage Mixture: While the pasta is cooking, heat the unsalted butter in a large nonstick skillet over moderate heat until the foam subsides. Then, add the thinly sliced Savoy cabbage to the skillet, stirring occasionally until it turns a lovely pale golden color, approximately 6 minutes.
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Add Aromatics: Next, add the chopped scallion, chicken broth, and heavy cream to the skillet, bringing the mixture to a gentle boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage becomes tender, which usually takes about 2 minutes.
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Incorporate Flavorful Ingredients: Once the cabbage is tender, remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the peas, fresh lemon zest, chopped dill, salt, and pepper. This combination of ingredients adds a burst of freshness and flavor to the dish.
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Reserve Pasta Water: Before draining the pasta, remember to ladle out about 1 cup of the pasta cooking water and set it aside. This starchy water will help to create a silky sauce and bind the pasta and cabbage mixture together.
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Combine Ingredients: After draining the pasta, transfer it to a large mixing bowl or the pot used for cooking. Add the cabbage mixture to the pasta along with 3/4 cup of the reserved pasta water. Gently toss everything together until the pasta is well coated with the creamy sauce. If the pasta seems dry, you can moisten it with some of the remaining reserved pasta water until you reach your desired consistency.
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Serve and Enjoy: Once everything is thoroughly combined, divide the Orecchiette with Savoy Cabbage, Peas, and Lemon Cream among serving plates or bowls. Garnish with additional fresh dill or a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese if desired, and serve immediately while it’s hot and delicious!
Tips for Success:
- Al Dente Pasta: Be sure not to overcook the pasta; it should be cooked until just tender (al dente) to ensure the perfect texture.
- Creamy Consistency: If you prefer a creamier sauce, you can adjust the amount of reserved pasta water added to the dish until you achieve your desired consistency.
- Fresh Ingredients: Using fresh lemon zest and dill will elevate the flavors of this dish, so try to use them if possible.
- Customization: Feel free to customize this recipe by adding your favorite protein such as grilled chicken or shrimp for an extra boost of flavor and protein.
This Orecchiette With Savoy Cabbage, Peas, and Lemon Cream recipe is a wonderful balance of flavors and textures, making it a surefire hit for any occasion. Whether you’re cooking for a family dinner or entertaining guests, this dish is guaranteed to impress with its simplicity and deliciousness. Enjoy! 🍽️
