Pasta Recipes R-Z



 

Tortellini Alfredo with Roasted Red Peppers

1 (9 ounce) package refrigerated meat- or
    cheese-filled tortellini
1 (4 ounce) jar roasted red sweet peppers
1/2 cup refrigerated light Alfredo sauce
1/2 cup shredded fresh basil, divided
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper

Cook tortellini according to package directions; drain.

Meanwhile, drain sweet peppers and cut into 1/2-inch-wide strips.

In a large saucepan heat Alfredo sauce. Stir in cooked and drained tortellini. Reduce heat and add sweet peppers. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring often.

Before serving, stir in half of the basil. Sprinkle with the remaining basil and the black pepper.

Makes 3 servings.