Shelly's Recipe

DINNETIME PASTA

Category: Pasta - Chicken

1 lb tortellini or ravioli, fresh or frozen
3/4 cup butter
1 lb shrimp or chicken, optional
1/2 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced
3 cups fresh broccoli florets
6 minced garlic cloves
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

Cook the pasta according to the pkg directions; drain.

Meanwhile, in a large skillet, melt the 2 tbsp butter over medium heat and add the chicken or shrimp and saute until cooked; set aside.

In the same skillet, melt remaining butter and add the remaining ingredients; saute for 5 to 6 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender. Stir in the cooked pasta and meat. Reduce the heat to low and simmer long enough to reheat the chicken or shrimp. Serves 4-6