Ham and pea carbonara recipe

Method

1. Bring a large pan of salted water to the boil. Cook the spaghetti following the packet instructions.
2. Meanwhile, put thepeasin a sieve and pour over some freshly-boiled water from the kettle to defrost.
3. Heat the oil in a pan over a low-medium heat. Add the garlic,spring onionand chilli flakes (if using). Cook for 1 min, then stir through the peas and ham. Continue cooking for a further 3 mins.
4. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the crème fraîche, Parmesan, lemon juice and most of the zest.
5. Drain the pasta and return to the pan, of the heat. Add the crème fraîche mixture and the pea and ham mixture; toss to combine.
6. Transfer to a warm serving dish and scatter over the extra Parmesan and remaining lemon zest. Season with freshly cracked black pepper. Serve.

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