Pasta with Chunky Peppers

Ingredients

• 1 (9 ounce) package fresh cheese or meat-filled tortellini
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 medium red and/or yellow bell peppers, cut into 3/4 inch chunks
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 large clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Fresh basil (optional garnish)

Instructions

1. Cook tortellini according to package directions.
2. Meanwhile, heat oil in large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add pepper chunks, onion, garlic, basil, salt and pepper; sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Add wine or broth; reduce heat to low. Cover vegetable mixture and simmer for 10 minutes, or until peppers are very soft.
4. Drain tortellini; toss with pepper sauce.
5. Sprinkle with cheese.
6. Garnish with basil, if desired.