Ingredients
Scale
- 9 oz (250 g) tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream, season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce thickens.
- Add cooked tortellini to the sauce and toss to coat evenly.
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version.
- Add cooked chicken or vegetables for extra flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of dish
- Calories: 450 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg