Irresistible 20-Minute Marry Me Tortellini Recipe
A rich and creamy tortellini dish that’s perfect for a romantic dinner or special occasion.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cheese tortellini
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
Instructions
- Cook tortellini according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in parmesan cheese until melted.
- Add salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Toss cooked tortellini in the sauce until well coated.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh tortellini for best results
- Add cooked chicken or shrimp for extra protein
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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