TORTELLINI WITH SHRIMP 
1 (8 oz.) pkg. spinach-cheese tortellini
1 (8 oz.) pkg. cheese tortellini
3/4 c. (1 1/2 sticks) butter
1 sm. onion, sliced
1 med. clove garlic, crushed
1 lb. shrimp, deveined & shelled
1/2 lb. plum tomatoes, cut in wedges
1/4 lb. boiled ham, cut in 1/4-inch strips
1/2 c. frozen peas, thawed
1/2 c. Parmesan cheese, grated
Additional Parmesan cheese, shredded

Cook tortellini as package directs; keep warm. In large skillet, melt butter. Saute onion and garlic 3 minutes. Add shrimp; saute 3 minutes. Add tomatoes, ham, peas and grated cheese. Cook 1 minute.

Toss with tortellini; sprinkle with shredded cheese. If desired, garnish with fresh basil; sprinkle with freshly ground pepper. Serves 4.

 

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