Tortellini with Light Alfredo Sauce
Creamy yet incredibly light, this Tortellini with Light Alfredo Sauce is the perfect balance of indulgence and simplicity, making it a go-to for weeknight dinners or elegant entertaining. Featuring tender cheese-filled tortellini coated in a velvety Alfredo sauce made with a wholesome blend of milk, low-sodium broth, and freshly grated Parmesan, this recipe offers all the rich flavors of classic Alfredo without the heaviness. A hint of garlic and parsley adds freshness, while the quick 25-minute prep and cook time ensures you can whip up this dish in no time. Ideal for serving as a standalone meal or paired with a crisp side salad, this tortellini dish is a comforting yet refined addition to your mealtime repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz Cheese tortellini
- 2 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 tbsp All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup Milk (2% or whole)
- 0.75 cup Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Ground black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the cheese tortellini according to the package instructions, usually about 5-7 minutes. Drain and set aside.
In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, making sure not to brown it.
Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute to form a paste (roux). This helps thicken the sauce.
Gradually pour in the chicken or vegetable broth while whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Then slowly add the milk, continuing to whisk until the mixture is smooth.
Cook the sauce for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until it thickens slightly.
Remove the pan from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and combined. Season the sauce with salt and ground black pepper to taste.
Toss the cooked tortellini in the Alfredo sauce until evenly coated.
Serve immediately, garnished with freshly chopped parsley and additional Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2202 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 104.7 g | 134% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.8 g | 309% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 370 mg | 123% | |
| Sodium | 4850 mg | 211% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 192.6 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.5 g | ||
| Protein | 125.7 g | 251% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.8 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 2809 mg | 216% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 877 mg | 19% | |
*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.
