Tortellini with Parmesan Cream Sauce
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this luscious Tortellini with Parmesan Cream Sauce! Featuring tender cheese-filled tortellini coated in a rich, velvety sauce made from heavy cream, butter, and freshly grated Parmesan, this recipe is pure decadence. A hint of garlic adds a savory depth, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley provides a pop of color and freshness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy dish is perfect for busy weeknights or an elegant dinner centerpiece. Serve it with a side of garlic bread or a crisp green salad for a restaurant-quality meal at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz cheese tortellini
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 tsp ground black pepper
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cheese tortellini and cook according to package instructions. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water before draining.
In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant but not browned.
Lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream. Stir gently and let it heat through for about 2 minutes.
Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese, allowing it to melt completely and thicken the sauce.
Season the sauce with ground black pepper and salt to taste.
Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta evenly in the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, stir in a bit of the reserved pasta water until the desired consistency is reached.
Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired. Serve immediately while hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2138 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 147.0 g | 188% | |
| Saturated Fat | 87.4 g | 437% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 491 mg | 164% | |
| Sodium | 2566 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 125.7 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.5 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.5 g | ||
| Protein | 68.1 g | 136% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1280 mg | 98% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 134 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.
