# What You Need:
→ 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 - Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
# Steps:
01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
02 - Two minutes before the pasta finishes cooking, add the peas to the boiling water.
03 - Meanwhile, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the chopped onion until soft and translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
04 - Drain the macaroni and peas in a colander, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water.
05 - Transfer the drained pasta and peas to the skillet with the cooked onions. Stir in milk or cream, grated Parmesan, a splash of reserved pasta water, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Toss over low heat until the mixture is creamy and evenly coated, adding more pasta water if needed.
06 - Taste and adjust the seasoning as necessary. Serve immediately, optionally garnished with extra Parmesan cheese.
