10 ounces dried linguine- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 shallot , finely chopped
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (or 2 tablespoons lemon juice in 1/4 cup water)
- 3/4 cup half and half
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 package smoked salmon , cut into thin strips
- 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh dill
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges
Cook pasta according to package directions. While pasta is cooking, heat oil and butter in a large sauté pan over medium high heat. Sauté shallots 2 to 3 minutes until softened. Add white wine and simmer until reduced by half, another 2 to 3 minutes. Reduce heat, add half and half and peas and gently simmer 2 to 3 minutes more before adding salmon and dill. Heat through and let sauce thicken slightly. Drain pasta and toss in pan with sauce to coat. Season with salt and pepper and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Serve immediately.