tortellini w/prosciutto and peas in cream sauce

1 package cheese tortellini
1 cup frozen peas
1/4 pound deli sliced prosciutto chopped
2 T arrowroot
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup grated parm cheese
1/2 tsp coarsely ground black pepper

bring a large pot of water to a boil. add the tortellini and cook according to package directions. stir in the peas during the last 2 minutes of cooking, drain

meanwhile, coat a large nonstick skillet with nonstick spray and heat over medium heat. add the prosciutto and cook, stirring occassionally until lightly browned 2-3 minutes removed and reserve the prosciutto. dissolve arrowroot in milk in a small bowl and add to the skillet. cook, stirring constantly until thickened 8-10 minutes remove from the heat and stir in the parmesan cheese and pepper. add the prosciutto tortellini and peas and toss to coat.

1 cup serving

Number of Servings: 8

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user MOUSTER.