Pasta with Peas, Basil and Onion

Just whipped this up using one small pan. Simple, quick and delicious. Made in a small pot to make 2 servings.

• pasta
• peas, frozen
• butter
  
• leftover onion, chopped
• pepper
• fresh basil, chopped
  
• mozzarella

1. Boil pasta in water.
   
2. In strainer, boil peas over pasta water.
3. Lightly drain pasta and transfer to bowl.
4. Over low heat, melt butter and lightly fry onions until softened.
5. Add peas and some leftover liquid. Season with pepper.
6. Add pasta back to pan.
7. Toss in fresh basil.
   
8. Grate cheese over top.

Variations

• Sprinkle with parmesan.
• Add red pepper flakes with onion.