Hot Tortellini Salad With Salami and Broccoli

Fully cook julienned ham may be replaced for the salami, this yields four smaller potions I would definately double to serve more than four --- this is very good!

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 (9 ounce) package  refrigerated cheese tortellini
• 2  cups fresh broccoli florets (make certain that the florets are completely dry before using)
• 4 -5  green onions, chopped
• 2  tablespoons  melted butter
• 10  slices  dry italian  salami, julienned (can use more or less)
• 1⁄2 cup sour cream
• 1⁄8 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
• 1  teaspoon dried basil
•  fresh ground black pepper (optional and to taste)
•  freshly grated parmesan cheese

Directions

1. Cook the tortellini according to package directions.
2. If using the garlic powder mix in with the sour cream; set aside.
3. Meanwhile in a 2-quart microwave-safe bowl combine the broccoli florets with green onions and butter; cover and microwave on HIGH for 2 minutes, remove and stir.
4. Continue to cook for about 2-1/2 to 3 minutes longer or until the florets are just fork-tender.
5. Drain the tortellini and add to the broccoli mixture along with salami, sour cream and basil.
6. Return to microawve and cook until heated through (about 1-2 minutes).
7. Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste if desired, then sprinkle with Parmesan cheese on top.
8. Allow to stand for 2-3 minutes before serving.