Cheese tortellini with broccoli in lemon butter sauce

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 cups frozen, dry, or refrigerated cheese tortellini pasta
• 1 1/2 cups chopped broccoli (I used frozen, already-chopped broccoli)
• 3/4 cup butter
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons milk
• Garlic powder
• Optional: Italian seasoning, shredded Parmesan or “Italian blend” cheese

Note: If you aren’t concerned about making this a vegetarian meal, use any tortellini variety of your choice (one with a chicken filling, sausage filling, etc.).

1. Cook the tortellini according to package directions. Heat the chopped broccoli and set aside.
2. Before draining the tortellini, heat the butter in a small pot. Use medium heat until the butter is mostly melted.
3. Lower the butter’s heat. Add the lemon juice and milk. Add a bit of Italian seasoning if you are using it. Mix until a thin sauce forms, then remove from heat.
4. Drain the tortellini and return it to the pot. Stir in the broccoli, then add the lemon butter and stir again.
5. After serving, sprinkle lightly with garlic powder. Top with a bit of shredded cheese if you want.