Steam broccoli florets in simmering water until tender
Cook tortellini pasta until al dente
Sauté bay scallops in 2 tablespoons butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil with 2 chopped garlic cloves for 2-4 minutes until opaque, season with salt and pepper
Make Alfredo sauce: Melt ¼ cup butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat
Add 2 crushed garlic cloves to butter and simmer for 2 minutes until aromatic
Add 1 ½ cups heavy cream, stir and simmer for 5 minutes
Whisk in 1 ½ cups Parmesan cheese until melted and heated through
Stir in ¼ cup fresh parsley and crack black pepper on top
Combine cooked pasta, broccoli, and scallops in a bowl
Pour Alfredo sauce over the mixture and toss together
Top with lemon zest and a dusting of freshly grated Parmesan cheese
