Usually gazing at such a perfect specimen (NB: those beautiful photos of Abby below) would deter one from eating such foods as pasta. But I have found a fine excuse to ditch my diet and eat only comfort food. Besides, it's winter!
Here is my very quick recipe for a delicious feed...
2 eschallots diced
tablespoon on extra virgin olive oil
100mls light cream or creme fraiche
3 peices of shortcut smoked bacon
3/4 cup of baby peas
some fresh herbs - thyme and rosemary for example
1 packet of fresh gluten-free fettucini (you can buy from selected green grocers, there is a great one available at Thomas Dux)
Put a pot of hot water on to boil.
Cut the smokey bacon into strips and place in heavy based pan cold. By heating the bacon from cold the fat comes out and makes the dish extra tasty as well as meaning you don't need to add much extra oil.
Pull off some of the fresh herbs and add them to the pan along with the diced eschallots.
Once the bacon and onions are caramelised add the peas and cream and simmer gently to thicken.
Place the fettucini in rapidly boiling salted water for a few minutes until al dente, then strain and mix through the sauce.
Serve with a dash of olive oil drizzled on top: 'Bellisimo'!
