Everyday Super Food
By Jamie Oliver
Smoky bacon, peas, almonds & basil
About the recipe
Humble little peas are a source of nine different micronutrients, and are especially high in thiamin, a B vitamin that helps our heart to function properly.
Recipe From
200g freshly podded or frozen peas
1 tablespoon flaked almonds
1 small clove of garlic
½ a bunch of fresh basil (15g)
15g Parmesan cheese
1 lemon
150g wholewheat spaghetti
1 rasher of higher-welfare smoked streaky bacon
olive oil
1 large free-range egg
100g fat-free natural yoghurt
A fresh and nutritious twist on the classic carbonara, with smoky bacon, peas and almonds. Humble little peas are a source of nine different micronutrients, and are especially high in thiamin, a B vitamin that helps our heart to function properly.
Swap the almonds for pistachios, pine nuts, walnuts or pecans. Pick your favourite, or use whatever you have in the cupboard.
Why not try fresh mint instead of basil for a tasty alternative?
Wholewheat pasta adds a lovely nuttiness to this dish, but any pasta you’ve got in the cupboard will work perfectly fine.
Swap the bacon for pan-fried mushrooms or courgettes.
Substitute the Parmesan for vegetarian hard cheese.
Serve with a bright and colourful salad for a veg-packed meal.
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