Salmon and Pea Pasta

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the 8 oz pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.

Step 2

While pasta cooks, pat the 8 oz salmon dry and season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.

Step 3

Heat the 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add the salmon skin-side down and cook until golden and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove and flake into chunks.

Step 4

Reduce heat to medium. Add the 2 minced garlic cloves and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 5

Pour in the 1 cup heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook until slightly thickened, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the 1 cup frozen peas and cook until bright green and tender, about 2 minutes.

Step 7

Add the cooked pasta and flaked salmon to the sauce. Toss to coat, adding reserved pasta water a splash at a time if needed for a silky sauce.

Step 8

Season with remaining 1/4 tsp black pepper and salt to taste. Serve hot.