Ingredients
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- 1 package store-bought tortellini
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Toss the cooked tortellini in the Alfredo sauce until well coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
Notes
Use fresh tortellini for better texture. For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 100mg