Saturday, August 28, 2010

  • 19 ounces cheese tortellini
  • 1/2 cup julienned red bell pepper
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup ground walnuts
  • 2 teaspoons dried basil
  • 1 tablespoon thinly sliced green onion

  1. Prepare tortellini according to package directions.
  2. Meanwhile, in a skillet, saute red pepper and garlic in butter or margarine until pepper is crisp and tender. Stir in cream and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until slightly thickened. Add walnuts, basil and onion and heat through.
  3. Drain tortellini, add to sauce and toss to coat. Serve with your favorite garnish.

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