Farfalle with Salmon, Mint, and Peas
- Coarse salt and fresh ground pepper
- 1 pound farfalle
- 1 1/2 pounds skinless salmon fillet
- 2 lemons, zested and juiced
- 1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint, plus more for serving
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the farfalle until al dente according to the package directions.
- Drain, reserving 1 cup of the pasta water; return the pasta to the pot.
- Meanwhile, season the salmon with coarse salt and ground pepper; place in a large skillet.
- Add 1/4 cup water and the lemon zest and juice.
- Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- Cover; steam for 10 minutes.
- Add the frozen peas; steam, covered, until the peas are tender and the salmon is opaque, 6 to 8 minutes.
- Transfer to the pot with the pasta.
- Add the butter and mint.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Toss, gently flaking the fish and adding reserved pasta water as desired.
- Serve immediately, sprinkled with more mint.
salt, farfalle, salmon fillet, lemons, frozen peas, butter, fresh mint
Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/farfalle-with-salmon-mint-and-peas-383201 (may not work)