Creamy Cheese Tortellini
This Creamy Cheese Tortellini is a delightful dish that combines tender cheese-filled pasta with a rich and velvety cream sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion, it’s sure to satisfy your cravings with its comforting flavors and easy preparation.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- ¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the tortellini and cook until al dente, about 7-9 minutes for frozen tortellini and slightly less for fresh. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water for later use, then drain the tortellini and set aside.
- In the same pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 1 minute until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a light simmer. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes to thicken slightly. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked tortellini to the cream sauce, stirring to coat well. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
- Transfer the creamy tortellini to a serving dish or plates. Garnish with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Calories: 329
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg