Tortellini and Asparagus in Garlic Cream Sauce |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 5 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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I had this dish at a restaurant and my husband insisted that I figure out how to make it, so here is my rendition. My husband says it tastes the same and it is his favorite dinner that I make. Hope you enjoy it as much as we do! Ingredients:
20 ounces cheese-filled tortellini |
1 lb asparagus |
1/2 lb crisped crumbled cooked bacon |
1 cup julienned ham |
1 tablespoon olive oil |
1 tablespoon butter |
1/2 white onion, minced |
4 -5 garlic cloves |
1 tablespoon flour |
1 cup half-and-half |
3/4 cup chicken broth |
1 teaspoon dried parsley |
salt and pepper |
Directions:
1. Heat oil and melt butter over medium high heat.
2. Add the onion and garlic and cook until onions are translucent.
3. Add the flour to make a rue, cook for about 2 minutes.
4. Add the half-and-half, chicken broth, parsley, salt, and pepper. Simmer until sauce thickens to desired consistency.
5. Cook tortellini according to package directions.
6. Cut asparagus into 2 inch pieces and steam.
7. Combine cream sauce, ham, bacon, asparagus, and tortellini. Serve immediately.
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