Creamy Tortellini

5 from 4 votes

Creamy Tortellini

This Creamy Tortellini features tender pasta enveloped in a rich garlic Parmesan sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's a perfect weeknight meal that's both comforting and delicious.

Prep Time10

Cook Time20

Total Time30

Course: Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: creamy tortellini, tortellini recipe

Servings:

Calories: 759kcal

Author: Joanna Cismaru

Equipment

12" All-Clad Stainless Skillet

Ingredients

1 pound tortellini choose your favorite filling
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 cup Parmesan cheese grated
salt and pepper to taste
fresh parsley for garnish

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Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add tortellini and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining the tortellini.
While the tortellini is cooking, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned. Pour in the heavy cream and add Italian seasoning. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer. Let the cream reduce slightly for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the cooked and drained tortellini to the skillet. Toss to coat with the creamy sauce. Gradually add the reserved pasta water, about a tablespoon at a time, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve the creamy garlic tortellini hot, garnished with chopped parsley.

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Notes

Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor and smoothest sauce.
Reserve some pasta water to adjust the sauce consistency.
For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream.
Add cooked vegetables like spinach or peas for extra nutrients.
Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper just before serving.

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