Description
This creamy pesto tortellini combines tender cheese tortellini with a rich basil pesto cream sauce for a comforting and elegant weeknight dinner. Ready in under 30 minutes, it pairs perfectly with garlic bread or a fresh salad. Customize with proteins or lighter dairy options for endless variations.
Ingredients
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the tortellini according to package directions, usually 3–5 minutes for fresh and 8–9 minutes for frozen. Drain with a slotted spoon and drizzle with olive oil to prevent sticking.
2. In a non-stick skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil and sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 2–3 minutes, stirring constantly.
3. Whisk in basil pesto and grated Parmesan until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened. Add the cooked tortellini and toss gently to coat. Season with salt and pepper and simmer for 1–2 minutes. If needed, loosen the sauce with reserved pasta water before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Boiling and sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 700
- Fat: 35
- Saturated Fat: 15
- Unsaturated Fat: 15
- Trans Fat: 0.5
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 15
- Cholesterol: 60
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