Tuscan Parmesan Peas (Vera’s Version)

A kid-friendly favorite with peas, Parmesan, and a touch of lemon and basil.

By @courtmakeshome

Original recipe source

Cook time: 30 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 32 oz frozen peas
• 32 oz frozen peas
• 32 oz frozen peas
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 zest + juice of lemons
• 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan
• 0.5 cup fresh basil, finely chopped
• 0 salt
• 0 pepper
• 2 zest + juice of lemons
• 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan
• 0 salt
• 0 pepper

Instructions

1. Boil peas for just a few minutes, until tender. Don’t overcook!
2. Drain and rinse peas under cold water. Pat dry.
3. Add peas to a large bowl.
4. Toss peas with olive oil.
5. Add lemon juice and zest to the peas.
6. Add freshly grated Parmesan to the peas.
7. Add finely chopped fresh basil to the peas.
8. Season peas with salt and pepper to taste.
9. Taste and adjust the lemon, Parmesan, and seasoning until it’s exactly where you want it.
10. Watch them disappear!