Description
A rich and creamy Cheese Tortellini recipe featuring tender cheese-filled pasta tossed in a luscious butter, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese sauce, enhanced with a touch of nutmeg and freshly ground black pepper for a comforting and flavorful Italian-inspired dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Tortellini
- 1 pound cheese tortellini pasta
Sauce
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- Ground black pepper, freshly ground, to taste
- Nutmeg, a few grinds
Instructions
- Cook Tortellini: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the cheese tortellini according to the package directions until al dente, usually about 3-5 minutes. Drain the tortellini well and return it to the pot.
- Melt Butter: Add the unsalted butter to the hot tortellini and gently fold it in until completely melted and evenly coating the pasta.
- Add Cream and Cheese: Pour in the heavy cream and sprinkle the freshly grated Parmesan cheese over the tortellini. Stir continuously allowing the tortellini to absorb the cream and cheese, creating a creamy sauce that clings to each piece of pasta.
- Season: Add a dash of freshly ground nutmeg and freshly ground black pepper to taste, stirring gently to incorporate the flavors.
- Serve: Add additional Parmesan cheese if desired and serve the tortellini hot, enjoying the rich, creamy texture and delicious cheesy flavor.
Notes
- This recipe produces an excellent cream sauce that perfectly complements the delicate cheese-filled pasta.
- The nutmeg adds a subtle warmth and complexity, elevating the flavor profile of the dish.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor and texture in the sauce.
- Serve immediately for optimal creaminess and temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 622 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 219 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 85 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 19 g
- Cholesterol: 64 mg
