Cheese Tortellini Primavera
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons water, divided
- 1/2 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces
- 1 package (20 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed chicken broth, undiluted
- 1 medium sweet orange or yellow pepper
- 1 medium zucchini
- 1 medium yellow summer squash
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- Additional freshly grated Parmesan cheese, optional
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine broccoli and 1/4 cup water; microwave, covered, on high for 2-3 minutes or until tender. Cool slightly; drain. Repeat with asparagus and remaining water.
- Cook tortellini according to package directions; drain. In a small bowl, whisk flour and broth until smooth.
- Cut orange pepper, zucchini and yellow squash into 1/4-in.-thick strips. In a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add vegetable strips; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or just until crisp-tender. Add green onions and garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir broth mixture to combine; stir into vegetables. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 1-2 minutes or until sauce is slightly thickened, stirring occasionally.
- Add broccoli, asparagus, tortellini, 1/2 cup cheese, pepper and salt; heat through, tossing gently to combine. If desired, serve with additional cheese.
fresh broccoli florets, water, fresh asparagus, refrigerated cheese tortellini, flour, condensed chicken broth, sweet orange, zucchini, butter, green onions, garlic, parmesan cheese, pepper, salt, parmesan cheese
Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/cheese-tortellini-primavera/ (may not work)