Spaghetti with Peas & Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Submitted by jsmith
Sweet baby peas and chewy sun-dried tomatoes tossed with spaghetti, fresh basil, and a splash of chicken broth. Light, colorful, and on the table in under an hour.
YIELD
4 servingsPREP
15 minCOOK
25 minREADY
50 minWhen you want pasta that feels fresh and light without sacrificing flavor, this is the one. Rehydrated sun-dried tomatoes bring concentrated sweetness and a satisfying chew, while frozen baby peas add pops of green that burst in your mouth.
A quick simmer in low-salt chicken broth ties the vegetables together, and a generous half cup of fresh basil scattered on top makes the whole bowl smell like summer.
Minimal oil, big flavor, and that gorgeous contrast of bright green peas against ruby-red tomatoes. This is weeknight cooking that looks like you tried way harder than you actually did.
Chef Tips
- Rehydrate the tomatoes properly: Five minutes in boiling water is all they need. Over-soaking makes them mushy and washes out their intense flavor.
- Frozen peas are your friend: Don’t bother shelling fresh peas for this. Frozen baby peas are picked and frozen at peak sweetness, and they only need a one-minute simmer.
- Fresh basil is non-negotiable: Dried basil won’t give you the same bright, peppery punch. Tear the leaves rather than chopping for the best aroma.
- Make it vegetarian: Swap the chicken broth for vegetable stock and this becomes a fully vegetarian dinner without missing a beat.
Ingredients
Directions
Place pot with 2 to 3 quarts of water on to boil for spaghetti.
Cut sun-dried tomatoes into small pieces.
Pour boiling water over them and let sit 5 minutes or until needed.
Spray a nonstick pan with olive oil spray and sauté onions on medium high until soft, about 5 minutes.
Drain tomatoes and add to onions.
Add peas and chicken stock.
SImmer 1 minute.
Add oil and stir well.
When large pot of water come to a boil, add spaghetti and boil for 10 minutes.
Drain.
In a serving bowl, toss spaghetti with vegetables.
Sprinkle with basil and add salt and pepper to taste.
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