Tortellini with Asparagus & Lemon

Name: Tortellini with Asparagus & Lemon
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings.
Cuisine: Europe, Italian
Ingredients: 2 packages (9 ounces each) refrigerated cheese tortellini; 3 tablespoons butter; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 cups cut fresh asparagus (2-inch pieces); 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 2 teaspoons chopped chives; 1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley; 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh dill; 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 2/3 cup crumbled feta cheese; 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 30 min. YIELD: 4 servings.

This is a terrific warm-weather dish, loaded with fresh flavors. I make mine meatless, but some sliced grilled chicken on top would be awesome, too. —Crystal Schlueter, Northglenn, Colorado

Ingredients

2 packages (9 ounces each) refrigerated cheese tortellini
3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups cut fresh asparagus (2-inch pieces)
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons chopped chives
1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh dill
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

1. Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat butter and oil over medium-high heat. Add asparagus; cook and stir 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add garlic and pepper; cook 1 minute longer.
2. Remove from heat; stir in herbs, lemon zest and lemon juice. Drain tortellini; transfer to a large bowl. Stir in cheeses and asparagus mixture.

Nutrition Facts

1-1/4 cups: 594 calories, 28g fat (15g saturated fat), 94mg cholesterol, 843mg sodium, 64g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 5g fiber), 24g protein.

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