A perfect fresh summer meal! |
Fresh Fish Fanatics had Black Sea Bass for sale and we were lucky to get two great-looking steaks since Chris is only allowed to catch one fish each time his crew goes out. This is the first time we’ve had it, but definitely won’t be the last! It was firm and mild, and a perfect complement to the vegetables we paired it with. Our tomatoes are starting to come in en mass, so we used them in both dishes. They’re sweet and delicious.
Just look how beautiful that fish is! |
Set a large pot of water to boil, and cook an 8 ounce package of Spinach Tortellini according to package directions (we used Trader Joe’s).
In a medium skillet, over medium heat, saute 3 ounces finely diced Pancetta.
When Pancetta begins to brown, add 2 Spring Onions, finely chopped, stir occasionally.
When Onion begins to soften, stir in:
2 cups chopped tomatoes (we used a variety from our garden)
1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
2 – 3 Tablespoons fresh Basil chiffonade
Pepper (you probably won’t need Salt because the Pancetta is already salty), to taste
When Tomatoes break down and begin to create the sauce, stir in 1/4 cup Cream.
Strain Tortellini and stir into sauce.
Top with shredded Parmesan Cheese, to taste.
Display window at the Langham Huntington Hotel in Pasadena, CA. |
SandraM says
The sea bass looks so good. I never think to prepare my fish this way. It is such a great idea. Very inspiring, Susan!
Love the pic of the display window!
Cher Rockwell says
That is one gorgeous looking piece of fish!
Laura (Tutti Dolci) says
I love cooking en papillote and your spinach tortellini looks mouth-watering!
Trevor Sis Boom says
[any fish] en Papillote has been my secret company weapon for awhile now and you have put it to good show here! It is about the ONLY thing I will serve on those occasions when we are entertaining on a work night. Your entire meal looks gorgeous as per usual!
Chris Scheuer says
I know that anyone who gets a dinner invitation to your house is thrilled Susan, this looks amazing!
Kathy says
Gorgeous looking meal, Susan…as always! Beautiful fish, so fresh! Living close to the ocean has so many benefits, fresh fish being one of them!
Cocoa and Lavender says
Susan – I love cooking fish en papillote – it really seals in the moisture! And the tomatoes cream sauce sounds amazing! ~ David
Kalyan Panja says
Just mouthwatering…looks delicious!
Angie says
Habe es jetzt das erste Mal ausprobiert und ich war erstaunt, wie lecker es war. Nachkochen lohnt sich auf jeden Fall.