Green Peas with Cheese and Herbs - Alton Brown

Ingredients

• 3 quarts water
• 1.5 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
• 1 pound (about 3 cups) fresh or frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon minced shallot
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons chopped fresh mint leaves
• 2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
• 4 ounces cheese (ricotta salata, fontina or Swiss), cut into 1/4-inch cubes