Bacon Tortellini Bake

1 package (20 oz) refrigerated cheese tortellini

3 c broccoli florets, chopped small

1/2 lb bacon strips, cut into 1-inch pieces

2 cloves garlic

1 Tbs flour

1 tsp dried basil

1/2 tsp salt

1/8 tsp freshly ground pepper

2 c milk (2%)

3/4 c shredded mozzarella cheese, divided

3/4 c grated Parmesan cheese, divided

1 tsp lemon juice

Preheat oven to 350.  Cook tortellini according to package directions, adding broccoli during the last 2 minutes; drain.

Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp.  Remove with a slotted spoon, drain on paper towels.  Discard drippings, reserving 1 Tbs in pan.

Reduce heat to medium-low.  Add garlic to drippings and cook, stirring, 1 minute.  Stir in flour, basil, salt, and pepper until blended; gradually whisk in milk.  Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 3-5 minutes or until slightly thickened.  Remove from heat.

Stir in 1/2 c mozzarella and 1/2 c Parmesan cheese and lemon juice.  Add tortellini, broccoli, and bacon, toss to combine.  Transfer to a greased 13 X 9 inch baking dish, sprinkle with remaining cheeses.  Bake, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes or until heated through and broccoli is tender.

From Taste of Home