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Creamy Tortellini

A rich and creamy pasta dish featuring cheese-filled tortellini in a luscious sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Pasta
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 12 oz cheese tortellini fresh or frozen
Sauce
  • 2 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese plus more for serving
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp salt to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil chopped for garnish

Method
 

Cook the Tortellini
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the tortellini and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 3-5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Prepare the Sauce
  1. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Combine and Serve
  1. Add the cooked tortellini to the sauce and gently toss to coat. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to heat through.
  2. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil and additional Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

For a lighter version, you can substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream.

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