Description
A rich and comforting garlic butter sauce that beautifully complements tender tortellini, perfect for quick dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound tortellini
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese and mix until melted and smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss the cooked tortellini in the sauce until well coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
Notes
For extra flavor, sprinkle additional Parmesan on top before serving. Pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 75mg