Description
This Cheese Tortellini recipe features tender cheese-filled pasta cooked to perfection and enveloped in a rich, creamy Parmesan sauce with delicate hints of nutmeg and freshly ground black pepper. It’s a simple yet indulgent dish perfect for a comforting meal any day of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Tortellini
- 1 pound cheese tortellini pasta
Sauce
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- A few grinds of nutmeg
Instructions
- Cook Tortellini: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the cheese tortellini according to the package directions until al dente.
- Drain and Combine Butter: Drain the tortellini and return them to the pot. Fold in the unsalted butter while the pasta is still hot, allowing it to melt evenly.
- Add Cream and Cheese: Pour in the heavy cream and add the freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Stir gently until the tortellini absorbs the cream and the sauce thickens slightly, coating the pasta.
- Season: Add a dash of freshly ground nutmeg and black pepper to enhance the flavors. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve: Sprinkle additional Parmesan cheese on top if desired, and serve the tortellini hot for the best experience.
Notes
- An excellent cream sauce surrounds delightful cheese-filled pasta, making this dish a luxurious treat.
- The freshly grated Parmesan adds depth and a nutty flavor that complements the cream perfectly.
- You can adjust the cream quantity slightly for a thicker or lighter sauce based on preference.
- Using fresh nutmeg provides a subtle warmth that enhances the overall taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 622 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 219 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 85 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 19 g
- Cholesterol: 64 mg
