Ingredients

  • 1 9 -ounce package frozen artichoke hearts, thawed and coarsely chopped
  • 1 cup half-and-half
  • 1 clove garlic, smashed
  • 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Kosher salt
  • 1 cup frozen peas (do not thaw)
  • 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
  • 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 pound refrigerated cheese agnolotti (moon-shaped stuffed pasta) or ravioli
  • 1/4 cup finely grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup torn fresh basil leaves

Method

  • Combine the artichokes, half-and-half, garlic, red pepper flakes and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a large skillet and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  • Cover and cook until the artichokes are tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the peas and continue to cook, covered, until tender, about 5 more minutes.
  • Remove from the heat and stir in the lemon zest and juice.
  • Discard the garlic clove.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Add the agnolotti and cook as the label directs.
  • Reserve 1/2 cup cooking water, then drain the pasta and transfer to the skillet with the sauce.
  • Add the parmesan to the skillet and gently stir until the pasta is coated.
  • Thin the sauce with some of the reserved cooking water.
  • Stir in the basil.
  • Per serving: Calories 514; Fat 22 g (Saturated 10 g); Cholesterol 88 mg; Sodium 995 mg; Carbohydrate 56 g; Fiber 9 g; Protein 22 g
  • Photograph by Antonis Achilleos