ceramic baking dish with a simple green salad dressed in lemon and olive oil to echo the brightness of the peas. Warm crusty bread or garlic toast is great for scooping up the sauce from the bottom of the dish. A crisp white wine like Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc pairs nicely, as does sparkling water with a squeeze of lemon.
If you’d like to add protein on the side, grilled or roasted chicken, seared salmon, or even sliced chicken sausage work well without competing with the delicate sweetness of the peas.
Oven-Baked Spring Pea Shell Pasta
Servings: 4
Ingredients
8 ounces dry medium pasta shells
1 1/2 cups frozen green peas (do not thaw)
2 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese, plus a little extra for serving
1 teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)
1/2 teaspoon freshly
