Peas & Shell Pasta

• 1 pound shell pasta

• 3/4 stick butter

• 2 tbsp. Olive oil

• 2 garlic cloves minced 

• 1 onion chopped fine

• 4 cups frozen peas

• 2 basil leaves (chopped)

• Parmesan cheese

• Hot pepper flakes (optional)

• Salt and pepper

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Pour the shells in the boiling water. Cook according to package instructions.  In a large skillet Melt the butter & olive oil and chopped garlic over medium heat. Toss in the onion and cook until translucent. add the peas to the onions, and add a tablespoon of the pasta water.

When the pasta is done, drain and toss in the skillet with the peas, butter and onions over medium high heat.

Sprinkle in the chopped basil, Parmesan cheese, and season with salt and pepper. And toss well

Hot pepper flakes optional