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Garlic Parmesan Tortellini in Cream Sauce Recipe

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 5 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Description

This Garlic Parmesan Tortellini recipe features tender fresh tortellini tossed in a rich, creamy garlic Parmesan sauce. The sauce is made using butter, fresh garlic, a roux with flour, milk, cream, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese for a luscious texture and bold flavor. Perfect for a comforting weeknight meal or a cozy dinner, this dish is easy to prepare and can be garnished with chopped parsley for a fresh finish.

Ingredients

Scale

Tortellini

  • 1 – 20 oz package fresh tortellini or 2 – 9 oz packages

Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup nonfat milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Garnish

  • Chopped parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook Tortellini: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the fresh tortellini according to package directions until tender. Drain and set aside.
  2. Prepare Roux: In a sauté pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Sprinkle in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes until the mixture turns a golden color, forming a roux.
  3. Create Sauce Base: Gradually whisk in the nonfat milk and heavy cream to the roux. Continue stirring constantly and cook for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
  4. Add Parmesan Cheese: Remove the pan from heat and gently stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese, stirring constantly until it is fully melted and the sauce is smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more milk or cheese as desired.
  5. Season the Sauce: Taste the sauce and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper according to your preference.
  6. Toss and Serve: Add the cooked tortellini to the sauce and gently toss to coat evenly. Divide into serving bowls.
  7. Garnish: Sprinkle chopped parsley over each serving for a fresh and colorful garnish. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

  • If the sauce isn’t thick enough, stir in a couple ounces of cream cheese until melted for extra creaminess.
  • Adding a few tablespoons of reserved pasta water to the sauce and simmering will utilize the starch to help thicken it.
  • To thicken the sauce, whisk together 1 teaspoon cornstarch with 2 teaspoons cold water, then incorporate it into the sauce and simmer until thickened.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1/5 of recipe)
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 13g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 16g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Find it online: https://emilyquickdinners.com/garlic-parmesan-tortellini-in-cream-sauce-recipe/