Vibrant and fresh pea purée will brighten up any menu. Frozen peas make this a quick and easy side dish.
Though freshly shelled peas are optimal, thawed frozen peas are also fine.
Peas and prosciutto are a classic Italian combination made even better by this creamy pasta sauce. Orecchiette are a good match for peas because these "little ears" of pasta cup the peas so snugly. Of course, any pasta similar in size to the peas will hold the sauce and work just as well.
The classic combination of mint and peas makes for a lovely summery appetizer bursting with freshness.
To round out this elegant main course dish, serve it with buttered baby new potatoes. Freshly snipped pea sprouts or pea tendrils make a lovely garnish.
Prosciutto (salt-cured Italian ham) is a nice topping for the creamy pea purée.
Vibrant green peas and vivid yellow saffron rice are formed into patties and crisped in a skillet. For a wonderful dinner, pair with Paprika Garlic Chicken Breasts and Stir-Fried Pea Shoots.
