Caesar Salad With Tortellini And Asparagus - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 cups hot water
1 (9 ounce) packaged refrigerated cheese-filled tortellini, uncooked
1/2 lb fresh asparagus, cut into 2 inch pieces
1 head romaine lettuce, torn
1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese
caesar flavored crouton
caesar salad dressing (homemade or your favorite brand)

Preparation

Bring water to a boil in a 4 quart dutch oven.
Add tortelllini and asparagus and cook for 4 minutes, drain; rinse in cold water, and drain. Set aside.
Place lettuce, tortellini, and asparagus in a large bowl; add dressing, tossing gently. Add parmesan and croutons. Serve.