Tortellini with Green Garlic and Mushrooms

Serves 2 - 4 Prep time 15 - 20 mins

A simple but sophisticated dish that brings out the flavour of Spring Garlic yet with its mellow warmth accommodates those less well equipped to handle garlic in the raw. 

INGREDIENTS

• 500g packs fresh tortellini or other pasta
• 500g fresh mushrooms
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped Spring Garlic, stems and bulb
• ½ wineglass dry white wine
• parmesan cheese to serve

METHOD

1. Cook tortellini according to package directions.
2. Clean and roughly chop mushrooms.
3. Heat butter and oil together and sauté mushrooms for 2-3 minutes.
4. Add chopped green garlic and white wine. Reduce heat and simmer for a few minutes.
5. Add pasta to pan, tossing and cooking a minute longer.
6. Serve in warmed bowls, garnished with fresh coriander leaves or rocket and curls of parmesan.