We’re in the dog days of summer and that can only mean one thing: Eat Your City Restaurant Week is fast approaching!

Tortellini alla Panna con Piselli (Cream and Peas)
Tortellini alla Panna con Piselli (Cream and Peas)

The week has become a popular and much anticipated event throughout Windsor-Essex and this year is no exception. Mezzo Ristorante & Lounge is once again participating in the event and wanted to give a sneak peek at one of their dishes while at the same time letting you try it out at home.

Cream + Peas + Pasta = Delicious!
Cream + Peas + Pasta = Delicious!

This Tortellini alla Panna con Piselli (Cream and Peas) should be fairly easy to make, taking no more than 30 minutes from prep to licking your plate.

Tortellini alla Panna con Piselli (Cream and Peas)
Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Asiago Cheese
  • 8 ounces peas, thawed if frozen
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly ground white pepper to taste
  • 1 pound tortellini – I use fresh tortellini with meat, but cheese tortellini is also an option

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet over medium heat melt butter, add the cream, stirring constantly until the cream is reduced in half. Add the peas to the cream sauce.
  2. Remove from heat and set aside.
  3. Cook the tortellini until al dente (about 1 -2 less than the manufacturer’s directions). Reheat the cream mixture, and use a wire-mesh strainer to remove tortellini from the pot into skillet with cream and peas.
  4. Mix in the Asiago for one more minute. If the mixture seems too thick, add a tablespoon or two of the pasta water.
  5. Serve immediately. Sprinkle with pepper and additional Asiago if desired.