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Garlic Butter Tortellini

A comforting dish of tortellini tossed in a creamy garlic butter sauce, perfect for busy weeknights and sure to satisfy everyone at the table.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 package tortellini (fresh or frozen)
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 3-4 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic is recommended.
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream Can be substituted with vegetable broth for a lighter version.
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • for garnish Fresh parsley

Method
 

Preparation and Cooking
  1. Begin by cooking the tortellini according to package instructions, typically 2-4 minutes for fresh tortellini.
  2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat, allowing the rich aroma to waft through the kitchen.
  3. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a simmer.
  5. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until mixed smooth.
  6. Add the cooked tortellini and toss until evenly coated in the garlic butter sauce.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 12gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g

Notes

For an elevated dining experience, serve in shallow bowls topped with extra Parmesan and parsley. Pair with a fresh arugula salad dressed with lemon vinaigrette, and a light white wine like Pinot Grigio.

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