Creamy Tortellini with Red Bell Peppers and Peas

• 2 bags Frozen Cheese Tortellini
• 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
• 3 cloves Garlic, Minced
• 1 whole Onion, Diced
• 1 whole Red Bell Pepper, Diced
• 1 cup Frozen Peas
• 4 Tablespoons Butter
• 1/2 cups White Wine
• 2 cups Half-and-Half
• 2 cups Parmesan Cheese, Grated
• 8 leaves Fresh Basil, Chopped
• Salt And Pepper, to taste

1. Start the water for the tortellini.
2. Saute the garlic and onion in olive oil until tender.
3. Toss in the red pepper and peas to cook for a bit.
4. Remove the veggies from the pan.
5. Put the butter in the hot pan and let it melt.
6. Add the wine.
7. (I used wine I had frozen.
8. It thaws quickly on the counter while you prep the meal.)
9. Let the wine and butter cook together for a minute or two, then add the half & half.
10. Gradually whisk in the parmesan.
11. Season the sauce with salt and pepper and fresh basil.
12. After the tortellini has cooked, drain it and put it back in the large cooking pot.
13. Add the veggies and the sauce and serve.
14. You can see more details and pictures at my blog.
15. http://eatathomecooks.com/2009/06/creamy-tortellini-with-red-bell-peppers-and-peas.html

frozen cheese, olive oil, garlic, onion, red bell pepper, frozen peas, butter, white wine, parmesan cheese, fresh basil, salt

Taken from tastykitchen.com/recipes/main-courses/creamy-tortellini-with-red-bell-peppers-and-peas/ (may not work)