Pasta With Morels, Peas and Parmesan

1. 1

   Bring to a boil 2 pots of water, one small and one large, and salt both.

2. 2

   Cook the peas for 1 minute in the small pot; drain and cool quickly by submerging in ice water.

3. 3

   Meanwhile, melt half the butter in a skillet.

4. 4

   Cut the morels into 4 pieces each, the long way, and brown them lightly in the butter, seasoning them with salt and pepper.

5. 5

   Cook the pasta until it is nearly done.

6. 6

   Just before draining, toss the peas and remaining butter with the morels and turn the heat to medium.

7. 7

   Drain the pasta, reserving a little of the cooking water.

8. 8

   Toss the pasta with the morels and peas, adding a little water if necessary to make the mixture saucy.

9. 9

   Toss with the Parmesan and lots of black pepper and serve immediately.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.