Creamy Garlic Tortellini
A delightful and quick dish featuring tender tortellini in a rich, creamy garlic sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 pound tortellini
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Melt the butter: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat, ensuring it doesn’t brown.
- Sauté the garlic: Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant; be careful not to let it burn.
- Add the cream: Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the Parmesan: Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until melted and smooth.
- Season the sauce: Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
- Combine tortellini and sauce: Add the cooked tortellini to the sauce, tossing gently to coat.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley just before serving.
Notes
Fresh or frozen tortellini works well; both have great flavor. Substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter option. Fresh parsley enhances flavor and presentation.
Find it online: https://www.chickenmint.com/creamy-garlic-tortellini-chefjar/