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Garlic Butter Tortellini
A quick and easy garlic butter tortellini recipe that's perfect for a weeknight meal. Loaded with cheese and flavor!
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
1
package
Refrigerated Cheese Tortellini
0.5
cup
Unsalted Butter
4
cloves
Garlic
minced
0.5
cup
Heavy Cream
0.5
cup
Grated Parmesan Cheese
0.25
cup
Fresh Parsley
chopped
0.5
teaspoon
Salt
to taste
0.25
teaspoon
Black Pepper
to taste
Instructions
Preparation Steps
Cook the tortellini according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
While the tortellini is cooking, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth.
Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to coat evenly.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir in the fresh parsley.
Serve immediately.
Notes
Optional: Top with extra Parmesan cheese or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a little heat.