Cacio e Pepe e Fagioli and Stuff with Green Peas

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound dried cannellini beans, picked over and rinsed
• 1/2 pound pancetta, cut into small cubes
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• 1 (15-ounce) can green peas, drained
• 1 cup dry white wine
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1 pound penne pasta
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

1 hour

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, cook the pancetta until crisp. Remove the pancetta to a paper towel-lined plate and set aside.
2. Add the onion, celery, and carrots to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
4. Add the crushed tomatoes, green peas, white wine, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
5. Add the beans and cook for an additional 30 minutes, or until the beans are tender.
6. Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the penne pasta.
7. Return the pot to medium heat and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente.
8. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 10g
• Protein: 20g
• Carbohydrates: 50g
• Fiber: 10g

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and rich
• Creamy and cheesy
• Fresh and herbaceous
• Satisfying and comforting

User Comments:

• "This was the best Cacio e Pepe I've ever had! The green peas added a nice touch of freshness and sweetness."
• "The beans and pancetta gave this dish a great depth of flavor. I will definitely be making this again."
• "I love how easy this dish is to make. It's perfect for a weeknight dinner."
• "The Parmesan cheese and parsley gave this dish a wonderful finishing touch."
• "This dish is so versatile. I've tried it with different types of beans and pasta, and it always comes out great."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to pick over the beans before cooking to remove any stones or debris.
• If you don't have pancetta, you can substitute bacon or diced prosciutto.
• You can use any type of beans you like in this dish. Cannellini beans, kidney beans, and black beans all work well.
• If you don't have white wine, you can substitute chicken broth or water.
• If you are using fresh green peas, simply shell and blanch them before adding them to the dish.