Power Pasta of the Gods

Put a pan on medium-high heat without any oil. Once hot add the pine nuts and brown them off on all sides then remove. Tip: Watch your nuts like a hungry squirrel as the moment you turn your back they’ll burn!

Peel and finely dice the onion and the garlic. Chop the chilli in half lengthways and remove the seeds (if you don’t like too much spice). Now finely dice the chilli and roughly chop the parsley. Tip: Don’t stick your finger in your eye after chopping chilli. #Ouch!

Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a pan on medium heat. Once hot, add the onion and cook for 5 mins or until soft. Add the garlic and chilli and cook for a further 2 mins. Tip: Only use a small amount of the chilli if you prefer your dishes mild.

Add the peas and 3 tbsp of the pasta water. Allow to bubble away for 5 mins or until the peas are cooked.

Stir through half the tub of crème fraîche, half the grated Italian cheese and the toasted pine nuts. Add salt to taste and a few good grinds of pepper. Finally add a squeeze of lemon juice.