I love this recipe!

It is simple, it’s fast, it’s tasty, and it’s full of vegetables! What is there not to love about that? I am always on the hunt for a delicious and simple pasta, Bruce cooks an amazing one, and I have shared a few other favourites with you before, but I am always surprised at the versatility and simplicity of absolutely beautiful pasta. Now we can’t be in Italy sampling the best, so why not bring the best to chyka.com, where everyone can try it out?

Trofie with Peas, Bacon & Feta

Ingredients

250 g Trofie pasta or wholewheat pasta of your choice
olive oil
250g bacon
Two spring onions, sliced
1 Cup (250 ml) frozen baby peas
150 g soft Danish feta or reduced-fat feta, cubed
a handful of mint leaves, torn
zest and juice of 1 lemon
2 Tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
salt and milled black pepper to taste
1 Cup of Spinach

Method

Preheat the oven grill and adjust the shelf to the highest level.
Boil the pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and coat with a bit of oil and keep to one side. Fry your bacon until slightly crispy. Dab with a paper towel and chop into bite-size pieces. Sauté the spring onions and peas for a minute and add to the pasta with the bacon, feta, mint, spinach and olive oil. Season to taste. Eat warm or at room temperature.

A simple pea pasta is a perfect winter meal because it offers comfort, warmth, nutrition, and convenience. It’s straightforward preparation and versatile nature make it an ideal choice during the colder months; pasta and peas are budget-friendly ingredients that are readily available, making this meal an economical choice that tends to be well-received by both children and adults. Depending on your family's preferences and dietary needs, you can customize the dish by adding other ingredients, such as grated cheese, herbs, or cooked chicken or bacon. And the best thing about it - If you make a larger batch, leftovers can be easily reheated for subsequent meals. This is particularly convenient when you want to enjoy a warm and filling meal without spending too much time in the kitchen.