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Lemony Tortellini with Peas and Prosciutto

Lemony Tortellini with Peas and Prosciutto

Give tortellini a boost: Instead of tomato sauce, add prosciutto, peas, and lemon zest for a surefire hit.

Everyday Food, March 2009 http://www.marthastewart.com/263889/lemony-tortellini-with-peas-and-prosciut
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  • Prep Time 10 minutes
  • Total Time 20 minutes
  • Yield Serves 4

Ingredients

    • Coarse salt and ground pepper
    • 1 1/2 pounds frozen cheese tortellini
    • 1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 4 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto, chopped
    • 2 garlic cloves, minced
    • 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest, plus 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Directions

  1. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook tortellini until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water. Add peas to pot; drain pasta mixture, and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat; add prosciutto and garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, until browned, 2 to 4 minutes.
  3. Add pasta mixture, pasta water, 1 tablespoon oil, and lemon zest and juice; toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper.

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