LouieNep Food

I’m one of those people who buys all types of tortellini- ham and cheese, smoked bacon and garlic, etc., etc.- and ends up just letting it sit in the pantry because I can’t think of anything creative to do with it.

Thanks to email, I now have this deliciously quick recipe:

Dear Jay,
One of my favorite pasta dishes is tortellini & it always gives me a feeling of nostalgia (I grew up with Italians). It’s also very easy to make, especially if you are stuck with a dinner party to prepare for. This is a variant on the traditional “ricotta and spinach” recipe- adding some wild mushrooms, green garlic & wine.
2 x 8 ounce packets of fresh tortellini
1 pound wild mushrooms (fresh preferred)
2 tbs olive oil
2 tbs butter
1/4 cup green garlic, finely chopped
1/2 cup of white wine
Prepare tortellini according to packet instructions. Clean and chop wild mushrooms. Heat butter and oil to very hot and saute mushrooms very quickly. Add green garlic and wine & simmer for several minutes to make the sauce. Add pasta to pan, toss and cook a minute longer. Serve in warmed soup plates garnished with several bits of sauteed mushroom and a curl of fresh parmesan.
Take care and thanks for making Daily Chef such fun.
Beatrix

Thank you, Beatrix.