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Thanksgiving Peas

Thanksgiving Peas with Crispy Pancetta and Sweet Pear Delight

Thanksgiving Peas are a delightful side dish featuring vibrant peas, crispy pancetta, and sweet pear that elevate any holiday meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Peas
  • 16 oz Frozen Peas no need to thaw
  • 2 medium Shallots can substitute with onions
  • to taste Black Pepper
For the Pancetta
  • 4 oz Pancetta can substitute with bacon
For the Sweetness
  • 1 medium Pear or use apples
For the Zesty Kick
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard smooth mustard can work
  • 1 tbsp Lemon use juice and zest
For the Finish
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley or dried

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Peel the pear, slice into quarters and dice into small cubes. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the pear and stir gently. Set aside.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add diced pancetta and cook for about 5-7 minutes until crispy and golden. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate, leaving 3 tablespoons of fat in the skillet.
  3. In the same skillet, add sliced shallots to the pancetta fat and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in Dijon mustard to coat the shallots.
  4. Stir in frozen peas and diced pear into the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes until peas are heated through and pears are slightly tender.
  5. Turn off the heat and mix in half of the crispy pancetta and chopped parsley. Transfer to a serving bowl, topping with remaining pancetta and lemon zest.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Dicing pears in advance and tossing them with lemon juice saves time. Fresh peas elevate texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4-5 days.

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