# Components:
→ Pasta
01 - 12 oz dried macaroni
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 cup frozen or fresh green peas
03 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Dairy & Flavorings
05 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter
06 - 1/4 cup whole milk or cream
07 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
08 - Salt, to taste
09 - Black pepper, to taste
10 - Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes
# Method:
01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add macaroni and cook until al dente according to package instructions.
02 - Add peas to the boiling water during the last 2 minutes of pasta cooking.
03 - While pasta cooks, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook onion until soft and translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
04 - Drain pasta and peas, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta cooking water.
05 - Add drained pasta and peas to the skillet with onions. Stir in milk or cream, Parmesan cheese, reserved pasta water, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Toss over low heat until mixture is creamy and well coated. Add more pasta water if needed.
06 - Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve immediately with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
