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Thanksgiving Peas

Thanksgiving Peas with Savory Pancetta and Sweet Pears

A quick and vibrant side dish, Thanksgiving Peas combines savory pancetta with sweet pears, perfect for your holiday table.
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
  • 4 cups Frozen Peas Offers sweetness and tenderness
  • 1 medium Pear Substitute with an apple if pears are unavailable
For the Flavor
  • 4 ounces Pancetta Substitute with bacon for a different taste
  • 2 tablespoons Shallots Use onions as an alternative if needed
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Substitute with whole grain mustard for a unique texture
  • 1 medium Lemon Use both juice and zest for maximum flavor
  • to taste Black Pepper Enhances overall flavor
For the Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Parsley Can be replaced with chives or omitted for less herb flavor

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the pear by peeling, slicing in half, removing the core, and dicing into small cubes. Toss with lemon juice to prevent browning.
  2. In a large skillet, cook diced pancetta over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Remove pancetta with a slotted spoon, leaving fat in the pan.
  3. Add diced shallots to the same skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until softened. Mix in Dijon mustard and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
  4. Add frozen peas and diced pears to the skillet, stirring for about 5 minutes until warmed through.
  5. Turn off heat, stir in half of the reserved pancetta, chopped parsley, and black pepper.
  6. Transfer to a serving bowl and top with remaining pancetta and lemon zest before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 7gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This dish is flexible; consider using turkey bacon or omitting meat entirely for a vegetarian option. Serve it as a vibrant addition to your Thanksgiving feast.

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