Description
Creamy cheese tortellini tossed in a rich Gorgonzola cream sauce with garlic and Parmesan. An elegant yet easy pasta dish perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
For the Tortellini
- 20 ounces cheese tortellini
For the Sauce
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 ounces Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the Tortellini: Cook the cheese tortellini according to package directions until al dente. Drain well and set aside.
- Melt Butter and Sauté Garlic: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
- Add and Simmer Cream: Stir in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer, allowing it to slightly thicken and infuse with garlic flavor.
- Melt Cheeses into Sauce: Add the crumbled Gorgonzola and grated Parmesan cheese to the cream, stirring constantly until both cheeses have fully melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Season the Sauce: Taste the sauce and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper according to your preference.
- Toss Tortellini with Sauce: Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet with the sauce, tossing gently but thoroughly to coat each piece evenly in the rich Gorgonzola cream sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top for color and fresh flavor. Serve immediately while warm and creamy.
Notes
- Add fresh spinach or sautéed mushrooms to the sauce for extra nutrition and flavor.
- Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter, lower-calorie sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
