Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. When the water begins to boil add in the tortellini. When the water comes back up to a boil add in the broccoli and cook the tortellini and broccoli until al dente; about 3 minutes.
Reserve ½ cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta and broccoli
Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and crushed red pepper. Cook until the garlic becomes fragrant; about 30 seconds (DO NOT BROWN). Squeeze in the lemon juice then add the cooked tortellini, broccoli, sun-dried tomatoes. Toss to combine. Add ¼ cup of the pasta water. Toss again. Top with parmesan. Add in the remaining ¼ if the pasta seems too dry.
Serve with extra parmesan cheese, if desired.
Notes
Feel free to substitute the tortellini with your favorite pasta.The pasta water will help to combine all of the ingredients together later.If you don't like spice, simply leave out the red pepper flakes or if you really like spice, add even more!Recipe adapted from Savory Magazine
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