Pasta with Prosciutto and Peas

Pasta with Prosciutto and Peas:

12 oz. of fettuccine

1 tbs. butter

1 large shallot, finely chopped (about 1/4 cup)

1/4-1/2 heavy cream

1 pkg. (10 oz) frozen peas, thawed

8 slices prosciutto (about 4 oz.) sliced *I think I'll try bacon next time - it's cheaper.

1 tbs. finely grated lemon zest

1 tbs. fresh lemon juice

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Boil pasta. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water. Drain pasta and return it to pot. Meanwhile, make sauce. In a large skillet, melt butter, add shallot and cook until softened. Add the cream, peas, and prosciutto; bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Simmer until peas are heated through. Stir in lemon zest and juice. Pour the sauce over the pasta; add Parmesan, season generously with salt and pepper. Add enough pasta water until it is the consistency you desire.