Roasted Red Pepper Sauce Over Tortellini

Author

Nuwave

Servings

6

Category

Pasta

Ingredients

• 2 pkgs. cheese or meat tortellini, 9oz. each
• 4 red peppers, freshly roasted
• 2T butter
• 1c onion, small dice
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1T fresh thyme
• 1T fresh oregano
• 2t sugar

Directions

1. In a medium stock pot, cook the tortellini according to the package on High (375°F). Drain and reserve, keeping the pasta warm in a covered serving bowl.
2. Using a blender or food processor, process the red peppers until smooth; set aside.
3. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter on Medium (350°F), then add the onions and garlic and sauté them until they are fragrant and tender.
4. Add the pureed red pepper, the thyme, the oregano, and the sugar.
5. Cook the sauce and stir it until it is heated through.
6. Pour the sauce over the tortellini. Toss to coat and serve.