Creamy Pesto Tortellini
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Creamy Pesto Tortellini recipe—a perfect blend of rich flavors and easy preparation, ready in just 25 minutes! Tender cheese-filled tortellini is coated in a luscious, garlicky pesto cream sauce made with a combination of heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and fresh basil for an irresistible burst of Italian-inspired flavor. The silky sauce comes together effortlessly with a touch of melted butter and a quick whisk of pantry staples. This dish is an ideal choice for a cozy weeknight dinner or an elegant dinner party centerpiece. Serve it piping hot with a sprinkle of fresh basil and extra Parmesan for a restaurant-worthy meal that will delight the entire family! Keywords: creamy pesto tortellini, quick pasta recipe, easy Italian dinner, cheese tortellini with creamy sauce.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz Cheese tortellini
- 2 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Milk
- 0.5 cup Pesto sauce
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
Add the cheese tortellini to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions, typically 4-6 minutes. Drain the cooked tortellini and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Sprinkle the flour over the butter and garlic, whisking to combine. Cook for 1 minute to remove the raw taste of the flour.
Gradually pour in the heavy cream and milk, whisking constantly to create a smooth sauce. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the mixture begins to thicken.
Stir in the pesto sauce and grated Parmesan cheese. Continue to whisk until the sauce is creamy and well combined.
Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.
Add the drained tortellini to the skillet and gently toss to coat all the pasta in the creamy pesto sauce.
Simmer for 2 minutes, ensuring the tortellini is heated through.
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil leaves if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
754 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.4 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.7 g | 118% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 125 mg | 42% | |
| Sodium | 855 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.8 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.5 g | ||
| Protein | 18.1 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 289 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 156 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
