Pasta with Peas and Pancetta
- Author: Rocky Mountain Woman
- 1 lb package of pasta (any kind will do)
- 3 T butter
- 2 T olive oil
- 1 C diced pancetta
- 1 C frozen peas (fresh would work also if you have some)
- 1 T fresh thyme
- 1/4 C chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 C shredded Parmesan
- Cook the pasta according to the directions on the package
- In a large skillet, melt the butter, add the oil and then fry the pancetta over medium high heat until it starts to crisp up a bit, about 5 – 10 minutes
- Add the peas, thyme and parsley
- Cook for about 10 minutes or until the peas are cooked through
- Toss with the pasta and sprinkle the Parmesan on top