PESTO PEPPER TORTELLINI

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This is a delicious, creamy, tasty pasta, perfect for entertaining! The walnuts are optional - I've never used them and it STILL tastes amazing!

Provided by Julie

Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

19 ounces cheese tortellini
½ cup julienned red bell pepper
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup butter
2 cups heavy whipping cream
¼ cup ground walnuts
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 tablespoon thinly sliced green onion

Steps:

Prepare tortellini according to package directions.
Meanwhile, in a skillet, saute red pepper and garlic in butter or margarine until pepper is crisp and tender. Stir in cream and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until slightly thickened. Add walnuts, basil and onion and heat through.
Drain tortellini, add to sauce and toss to coat. Serve with your favorite garnish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 946.8 calories, Carbohydrate 47.6 g, Cholesterol 255.2 mg, Fat 78.7 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 17.3 g, SaturatedFat 47.5 g, Sodium 542.6 mg, Sugar 1.8 g