WHOLE WHEAT PENNE WITH SUGAR SNAP PEAS & PORK

Bring a large pot of water to a boil and when ready, add 3 tablespoons salt then half a box of penne pasta. Cook according to instructions MINUS 2 minutes. Set aside and add a slug of olive oil if the pork mixture isn’t ready yet.

While the water is heating, use a large skillet to heat oil and add diced onion. Cook for 5 minutes on lowest setting, stirring occasionally. Add mushrooms and let them cook down for another 5 minutes. Add garlic and ginger, cooking for 2 minutes. Put pork in the pan and stir. Add two cranks of fresh pepper and a pinch of salt. Cook until pork is evenly browned, about 5-7 minutes. Add the chicken stock, turn up the heat and bring to a boil. Turn down the heat and let simmer for about 5 minutes. Add peas and soy sauce, stir, then combine the cooked noodles and let them soak up the liquid while you set the table.