Best Cheesy Pea Pasta Recipes

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CHEESY PASTA PEA BAKE



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Peas, mushrooms and green onions are delightful additions in Ruth Rigoni's version of a popular comfort food. "This is a nice change from plain macaroni and cheese," notes the Hurley, Wisconsin cook.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

12 ounces uncooked medium shell pasta
1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, quartered
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon cornstarch
3 cups whole milk
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 cup frozen peas
1 teaspoon chopped seeded jalapeno pepper
1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Dash hot pepper sauce
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1-1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/4 cup dry bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the mushrooms, onions and garlic in butter for 5 minutes or until tender. Stir in flour and cornstarch until blended. Gradually add milk and broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat. Add peas, jalapeno, salt, pepper and hot pepper sauce; simmer for 1 minute. Stir in 1-1/2 cups cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese until melted. Remove from the heat., Drain pasta; transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Stir in cheese sauce. Sprinkle with bread crumbs and remaining cheddar cheese. , Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts :

CHEESY PEA PASTA



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This is a very quick and simple recipe with peas and a cheesy tomato sauce. My mom and grandmother used to make this for us when I was small. Serve with a loaf of bread and a salad, if desired.

Provided by JANDEE

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 onions, chopped
salt and pepper to taste
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
2 cups water
2 (8 ounce) cans peas, with liquid
1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; saute onion for about 5 minutes. Add salt, pepper, tomato sauce and water; bring mixture to a boil and add peas; reduce heat and simmer for about 30 minutes.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Stir cooked pasta and cheese into tomato sauce mixture. Cover pan and turn off heat; let stand for 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308.2 calories, Carbohydrate 49.6 g, Cholesterol 7.4 mg, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 11.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 357.2 mg, Sugar 5 g

CHEESY CAULIFLOWER AND PEA PASTA



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Great side dish

Provided by barbara lentz

Categories     Pasta

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 oz penne or any small tube pasta
1/4 c olive oil
4 clove garlic minced
1/2 head of cauliflower cut into florets
2 c chicken stock
1 c frozen peas
4 scallions chopped
salt and pepper
1/3 c heavy cream
1 c finely grated parmesan cheese
2 Tbsp butter

Steps:

  • 1. Cook the pasta in a pot of boiling water. Drain and add a little oil to the pasta and set aside.
  • 2. Add the remaining olive oil to the pot. Add the onion and saute until softened. Add the garlic and cook 30 seconds. Add the cauliflower and chicken stock. Bring to a boil. Let the stock reduce by half and then add the scallions and peas. Stir in the pasta.
  • 3. Add the heavy cream taste and adjust for salt and pepper. Add the Parmesan cheese and cook until melted. Stir in the butter

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