Shelly's Recipe

TORTELLINI ALFREDO WITH PROSCIUTTO AND ARTICHOKE HEARTS

Category: Pasta - Meat

2 (9-oz) pkg refrigerated cheese-filled tortellini
1 cup whipping cream
1/2 cup (2 oz) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
3 strips prosciutto, chopped
3 marinated artichoke heart quarters, sliced

Prepare tortellini according to pkg instructions; drain. Heat cream in a large skillet over low heat. Gradually sprinkle in cheese, stirring constantly, until blended. Simmer, stirring occasionally, 15 to 20 minutes.

Add tortellini, prosciutto, and artichoke hearts; simmer, stirring occasionally, 5 to 10 minutes or until sauce is slightly reduced. Serve immediately. Serve with crusty Italian bread, if desired.

TIP: Reduce the whipping cream mixture thoroughly so the sauce won't be runny.