Peas With Prosciutto

In this recipe, the peas are cooked in broth, then flavors are added with the additional ingredients. From the Italian Heritage Association cookbook.

• Ready In: 28 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1⁄2 cup chicken broth
• 1  lb frozen English peas
• 1⁄2 medium onion, thinly sliced and separated into rings
• 1 1⁄2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2  ounces prosciutto, diced
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄8 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1. Bring the chicken broth to a boil in a saucepan over high heat; add the peas, and return to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 5 to 10 minutes (your preference) until the peas are tender. Drain well and set aside.
2. Saute the onion in oil in a skillet over medium heat until tender. Add the diced prosciutto; saute for 3 minutes.
3. Stir in the peas, salt, and pepper. Serve immediately.