Prepare the ingredients: dice the onions and garlic, and measure the pasta, peas, and water. Grate the cheese.
Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium to high heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the garlic and onions and saute for a few minutes until they begin to soften.
Reduce the heat to medium-low heat and stir in the peas.
Add the water and cook the peas in the water for few minutes until the water starts to boil.
Add the pasta and cook stirring occasionally until the pasta is cooked to al dente.
Turn the heat off and stir in the shredded parmesan cheese. Once the cheese melts you may need to adjust with a little water or cream and serve.
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This recipe serves two or four as a side dish. It can easily be doubled to make four servings. Serving SuggestionsServe Italian pasta and peas as a main course with a salad like this kale caesar salad, arugula salad with figs, or spinach salad for a complete nutritious dinner.Italian pasta and peas can also be served as a side dish with grilled chicken, or pork chops.How to Store LeftoversStore leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to two days.Reheat the pasta and peas on top of the stove over low heat until heated through. You may need to add some water to keep the pasta from sticking to the pot.See variations in the blog post