Easy Tortellini Alfredo
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Easy Tortellini Alfredo for the win! What beats cheese tortellini smothered in a rich, buttery, creamy, garlicky alfredo sauce on those nights when nothing but pasta will do? This dish is an easy crowd-pleaser and sure to be a new family favorite.
Ingredients
Instructions
Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add tortellini. Boil 3 minutes. use a slotted spoon to remove from the pot or strain and reserve the pasta liquid for later.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in garlic for 1 minute til fragrant.
Sprinkle flour over the melted butter and garlic and stir until a paste forms.
Gradually whisk in milk until smooth and fully incorporated.
Stir in salt, pepper, and 1/2 cup reserved pasta water.
Stir in salt, pepper, and parmesan cheese until cheese is fully melted and incorporated.
Gradually whisk in more pasta water as needed to rich a smooth, pourable sauce.
Taste, add salt and pepper if needed. Stir in tortellini for 2-3 minutes til hot throughout and top with cracked black pepper, parsley, and grated parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
- Calories
- 575 kcal
- Carbohydrate Content
- 70 g
- Protein Content
- 29 g
- Fat Content
- 20 g
- Saturated Fat Content
- 9 g
- Cholesterol Content
- 75 mg
- Sodium Content
- 1353 mg
- Fiber Content
- 5 g
- Sugar Content
- 13 g
- Serving Size
- 1 serving
