Ditalini and peas

Good

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Heat the pan over medium-high heat and add olive oil (or olive oil and butter).

Step 2

Add salami (if using) and cook, stirring, until it begins to crisp. Use a slotted spoon to remove it from the pan and drain on a paper towel.

Step 3

Add garlic and a pinch or two of red pepper flakes to the oil left in the pan and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds to 1 minute.

Step 4

Add pasta, broth, and water to the pan and bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente, about 2 minutes shy of done.

Step 5

Add peas and cook for one minute more.

Step 6

Add cream and cook for 1 final minute. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt and pepper if needed.

Step 7

Finish with lemon zest, half the Parmesan, all of the crisped salami (if using), and herbs.

Step 8

Serve with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over, along with additional Parmesan.