Exquisite pasta stuffed with cheese accompanied by the delicious flavor of mushrooms and the cool touch of spices.

Ingredients (4 servings)

• 500 grams tortellini with cheese
• 500 grams portobello mushrooms, sliced
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1/3 cup butter, cubed
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup whipping cream
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon pepper
• 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil.

Preparation

1. Heat the pasta according to package instructions.
2. In a large skillet saute the mushrooms and onion in butter until tender. Add garlic and heat for 1 minutes. Add the broth and bring to a boil. Lower the temperature and let simmer for 12-15 minutes or until the liquid is reduced by half.
3. Stir in cream, salt and pepper. Heat 4 to 5 minutes or until it has thickened.
4. Drain the tortellini, and add to the pan. Stir in cheese and basil.
5. Serve immediately.