Garlic Butter Tortellini 🥟🧄🧈✨

Cheese-filled tortellini tossed in a rich garlic butter sauce with Parmesan and fresh parsley. Quick, easy, and bursting with flavor—perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings.

Ingredients 🛒

• 20 ounces cheese tortellini
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 6 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
• ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• ¼ cup reserved pasta water

Instructions 👩‍🍳

1. Cook tortellini: Boil tortellini according to package directions. Reserve ¼ cup pasta water. Drain and set aside.
2. Make garlic butter: In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
3. Season: Stir in Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
4. Toss pasta: Add cooked tortellini to skillet. Pour in reserved pasta water. Toss until coated.
5. Finish: Stir in Parmesan cheese and parsley. Cook 1–2 minutes until creamy.
6. Serve: Plate warm and garnish with extra Parmesan and parsley.

Tips 🌟

• Extra creamy: Add a splash of heavy cream to sauce.
• Variation: Mix in sautéed spinach or sun-dried tomatoes.
• Serving idea: Pair with garlic bread and a fresh salad.

Details

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: ~25 minutes
• Servings: 4

Caption & Engagement

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