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Thanksgiving Peas

Thanksgiving Peas: A Sweet and Savory Holiday Side Dish

Thanksgiving Peas are a vibrant side dish featuring sweet pears and savory pancetta, perfect for your holiday table.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Peas
  • 16 oz Frozen Peas No thawing needed before cooking.
  • 1 Pear Can substitute with an apple.
For the Flavor
  • 4 oz Pancetta Can substitute with bacon.
  • 1 cup Shallots Can substitute with onions.
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard Can substitute with mustard powder.
For the Finish
  • 1 Lemon Zested and juiced.
  • to taste Freshly Ground Black Pepper
  • 2 tbsp Parsley Can substitute with chives.
For the Garnish
  • 2 oz Extra Pancetta Reserved for topping.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Thanksgiving Peas
  1. Prepare the pear by peeling, slicing, and dicing it. Toss with fresh lemon juice to prevent browning.
  2. Cook the pancetta in a large skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  3. Sauté chopped shallots in the pancetta fat for 1 minute until softened.
  4. Stir in Dijon mustard, then add frozen peas and prepared pear. Cook for 5 minutes until peas are heated through.
  5. Finish by mixing in half of the crispy pancetta and parsley. Serve topped with remaining pancetta and lemon zest.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use thick-cut pancetta for best results. Always use fresh lemon juice for better flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 4-5 days.

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