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Thanksgiving Peas with Pear and Pancetta

A quick, elegant side dish featuring sweet pears, salty pancetta, and tender peas — a perfect balance of flavors for your holiday table.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups green peas fresh or frozen
  • 4 oz pancetta diced
  • 1 pear peeled, cored, and diced
  • 1 shallot finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp honey or maple syrup optional

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Slotted spoon
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Cook pancetta in a skillet until crispy, then remove and set aside.
  2. Add butter to the pan and sauté shallot until fragrant.
  3. Add diced pear and cook until softened and slightly caramelized.
  4. Stir in peas and cook until heated through, about 3–5 minutes.
  5. Return pancetta to the pan, add thyme, salt, and pepper, and toss gently.
  6. Drizzle with honey or maple syrup if desired, and serve warm.