Tortellini with Broccoli
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this creamy and comforting Tortellini with Broccoli recipe! Featuring tender cheese-filled tortellini and vibrant broccoli florets, all tossed in a luscious Parmesan cream sauce, this dish is a perfect blend of indulgence and freshness. The buttery garlic base infuses rich flavor, while optional red pepper flakes add a subtle kick of heat. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's an easy yet elegant meal that’s perfect for busy evenings or casual entertaining. Garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color and aromatic flair, and watch this family-friendly meal become an instant favorite. Ideal for pasta lovers searching for a quick, cheesy delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz Cheese tortellini
- 3 cups Broccoli florets
- 3 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 0.25 tsp Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the tortellini and cook according to package instructions. Add the broccoli florets to the boiling water during the last 2 minutes of cooking.
Once cooked, drain the tortellini and broccoli together in a colander, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water. Set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine. Cook for 2-3 minutes to let the cream heat through.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir until the cheese has fully melted and the sauce is smooth, about 2 minutes. If the sauce is too thick, gradually stir in the reserved pasta water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
Gently fold in the cooked tortellini and broccoli, ensuring they are evenly coated in the sauce. Cook for 1-2 minutes to heat everything through.
If desired, stir in the crushed red pepper flakes for a hint of spice.
Serve the tortellini and broccoli immediately, garnished with fresh chopped parsley if using. Enjoy your meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2583 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 165.4 g | 212% | |
| Saturated Fat | 97.6 g | 488% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 558 mg | 186% | |
| Sodium | 4599 mg | 200% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 181.7 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.6 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.7 g | ||
| Protein | 90.2 g | 180% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1559 mg | 120% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 234 mg | 5% | |
*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.
