Tortellini with Ham and Peas
Indulge in the creamy, comforting goodness of Tortellini with Ham and Peas—a quick and easy Italian-inspired dish perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. This 25-minute recipe features tender cheese tortellini tossed in a luscious Parmesan cream sauce, complemented by savory diced ham, sweet bursts of peas, and aromatic hints of shallot and garlic. The velvety sauce clings to the pasta, creating a harmony of rich and fresh flavors in every bite. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this one-skillet meal is both elegant and simple to prepare. Ideal for pasta lovers, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that pairs wonderfully with a crisp green salad or a slice of warm crusty bread.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Cheese tortellini
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 medium, finely chopped Shallot
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 200 grams, diced Cooked ham
- 1 cup Frozen peas
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon, freshly ground Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional, for garnish) Fresh parsley
Instructions
Fill a large pot with water, bring it to a boil, and add a generous pinch of salt. Cook the cheese tortellini according to the package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped shallot and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the diced ham to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the frozen peas and cook for another 2 minutes until they are heated through.
Pour in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Allow it to cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it is fully melted and the sauce is creamy. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet, tossing gently to coat the pasta in the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen it to your desired consistency.
Remove from heat and garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if using.
Serve the tortellini hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
775 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.3 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.0 g | 125% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 167 mg | 56% | |
| Sodium | 1224 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.2 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.8 g | ||
| Protein | 34.7 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 387 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 326 mg | 7% | |
*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.
