Cheese Tortellini with Creamy Sauce
Indulge in the comforting flavors of cheese tortellini enveloped in a luscious creamy sauce. This delightful dish combines tender pasta filled with rich cheese, sautéed garlic, and fresh basil for a burst of flavor. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe is both simple and satisfying, making it a family favorite that will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh basil (chopped)
Instructions
- Cook the Tortellini: Boil salted water in a large pot. Add the tortellini and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Sauté Garlic: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Create the Sauce: Pour in heavy cream, stirring gently as it simmers. Add half of the grated Parmesan cheese and let it melt into the sauce.
- Combine Tortellini and Sauce: Drain the cooked tortellini and add to the skillet, tossing gently to coat each piece without breaking them.
- Finish with Herbs: Just before serving, stir in chopped basil and top with remaining Parmesan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 80mg