Description
Indulge in the irresistible Marry Me Tortellini, a creamy and flavorful dish that transforms any meal into a romantic affair. This delightful recipe features tender tortellini enveloped in a rich garlic cream sauce, enhanced with Parmesan cheese and Italian herbs. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this easy-to-make dish takes just 30 minutes to prepare and is guaranteed to impress your loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Stir in the heavy cream and let it simmer for approximately 3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add Parmesan cheese and dried herbs; season with salt and pepper, stirring until smooth.
- Combine the drained tortellini with the sauce, tossing gently to coat.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan or fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 100mg