Description
Easy one-pan cheesy cream sauce for tortellini — ready in 30 minutes and perfect for a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
- 1½ cups half and half
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ tsp dried basil
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp dried parsley
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp mustard powder
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 4 tbsp salted butter
- Splash olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, crushed
- 2 tbsp flour
- ½ cup parmesan cheese, shredded
- ½ cup asiago cheese, shredded
- Salt/pepper, to taste
- 20 oz. tortellini (refrigerated or frozen)
- Fresh parsley, to garnish
Instructions
- Boil tortellini, drain, and set aside.
- In a skillet, melt butter with olive oil, sauté garlic for 1–2 minutes.
- Add flour, whisk to form roux. Slowly add half and half + broth.
- Stir in dried herbs and seasonings. Simmer until thickened.
- Add cheese, stir until melted. Toss in tortellini and coat well.
- Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Use freshly shredded cheese for a smooth sauce.
- Add grilled chicken or spinach to bulk it up.
- Save a bit of pasta water to loosen the sauce if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes