Herb chicken tortellini with Broccoli

 

1 large  package REFRIGERATED herb chicken tortellini or cheese tortellini ( Aldi Priano brand) cooked according to directions.( do not overcook)

1  stick butter 

1  1/2 cups heavy cream or half and half 

1/2 cup Pecorino Romano grated cheese

1tsp. Dried or fresh parsley 

1 frozen broccoli florets or fresh broccoli steamed accordingly in salted water 

parsley fresh or dried( I use about 1/2 tsp. Dried)

Cook tortellini according to package directions ) once the tortellini rise to top cook just a few minutes) drain and set aside.

Place butter in a large saucepan.  Melt.  When it melts slowly add heavy cream ( or half and half)and cook on low until it starts to thicken slightly.  Add cheese and parsley.  stir well.  Add steamed and drained well broccoli.  Toss with tortellini and extra pecorino cheese.

If using half and half your sauce will be thinner but it will thicken slightly after it has set.

Note:  I do substitute if I don’t have heavy cream.  I think it is still as delicious.

Delish