This is a wonderful way to enjoy fresh peas. But depending on what’s abundant, you can substitute mature, peppery arugula leaves, nutty sunflower sprouts, beet greens, cilantro or any number of different crops. For the cheese, pecorino romano is most widely available.
1/4 lb. shelled peas or whole English peas, blanched, chilled and dry
2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
2 Tbsp. grated hard cheese made from sheep or goat’s milk
1 Tbsp. (3 cloves) roasted garlic
1/4 tsp. lemon zest
Place all ingredients in a food processor and process until smooth. If still clumpy, add additional olive oil. Set aside.
Yields 16 ounces.
(From our cookbook Morning Glory’s Farm Food: Stories from the Fields, Recipes from the Kitchen. Photo by Alison Shaw.)