1. Bring large pot of salted water to boil while you start the sauce (directions below). Once boiling add tortellini and broccoli to the water to cook.

2. In a large skillet melt 4 tablespoons salted butter, add 1/3 cup diced sweet onions and cook over low heat 3-4 mins. Add 1 clove finely minced garlic and simmer on low another few minutes. Add 1 teaspoon dried basil and 3 oz. tomato paste, cook a few more minutes.

3. Add 1 cup heavy cream and stir over low heat until heated through then add 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (more for thicker sauce). Stir and continue to heat, then add 1/4 cup of the hot pasta water, stir and cook 3-4 more mins. Add salt to taste. If the sauce is too thin add more parmesan, if too thick add a bit more pasta water. Add tortellini, stir to combine, and serve.

Here’s a video of how I make this Easy Creamy Tomato Basil Tortellini.