Tortellini with Prosciutto

Don't know what to cook tonight? Try this light and creamy pasta. Add a salad and garlic bread and then meal is complete. 

INGREDIENTS 

1 lb cheese-filled tortellini
1/4 lb prosciutto
2 tablespoons chopped onions
6 ounces heavy cream
4 ounces frozen peas
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
salt and black pepper
chopped parsley


METHOD

Place tortellini in the pot of boiling water.

Melt 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet. Add proscuitto and cook until crispy. In same pan, add the onion and cook for two minutes (until golden).

Pour in the cream and reduce until slightly thickened.

Remove the pasta from the water when it is al dente. Drain and add the pasta to the cream mixture along with the peas and cheese. Reduce for 1 minute. Toss and adjust the seasonings.

Spoon into a large pasta bowl and serve.
Garnish with additional grated Parmesan and chopped parsley.

Enjoy!