Description
A romantic dish that combines creamy sauce, savory herbs, and cheesy tortellini, perfect for a cozy dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces cheese tortellini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the cheese tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning. Cook until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
For a bit of heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes when sautéing the garlic. You can also customize by adding vegetables like spinach or mushrooms.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: tortellini, creamy pasta, Italian dish, romantic dinner, easy recipe