BROCCOLI TORTELLINI ALFREDO

Broccoli Tortellini Alfredo image

"I indulge my weakness for Fettuccine Alfredo with this trimmer tortellini. It has the same rich flavor without the heaviness," says Mitzi Sentiff, Annapolis, Maryland. Nutmeg adds a lovely accent to the sauce.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini
3/4 pound fresh broccoli florets
1 envelope Alfredo sauce mix
1-1/2 cups fat-free milk
2 teaspoons reduced-fat butter
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Cook tortellini according to package directions, adding broccoli during the last few minutes. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, whisk the sauce mix and milk. Add butter and nutmeg; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. , Drain tortellini and broccoli; place in a large bowl. Stir in the Alfredo sauce, Parmesan cheese and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 919mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 16g protein.