====== Tortellini with Eggplant and Peppers ======

  *2 Tbsp olive oil
  *1 eggplant - cut into 1/2" cubes
  *2 bell peppers - cut into 1/2" pieces
  *1/2 tsp Kosher salt
  *1/4 tsp ground pepper
  *4 garlic cloves - chopped
  *1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  *3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  *1 lb cheese tortellini
  *1/2 cup fresh parsley - chopped
  *1/2 cup grated Parmesan (2 oz)
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  - Heat the oil in 12" skillet. Add the eggplant, bell peppers, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften, 3-5 min.
  - Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring, for 1 min.
  - Add the broth and tortellini. Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the tortellini are cooked through and most of the broth is absorbed, 15-18 min.
  - Fold in the parsley and 1/4 cup of the Parmesan. Spoon into bowls and top with the remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan.

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  Serves: 4       Total cooking time: 25 min.
  Source: Real Simple September 2008
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{{tag>food vegetarian maincourse}}