This is the kind of pasta you make when you want something rich and comforting without spending the evening in the kitchen. Ready-made tortellini and a simple cream sauce come together fast and stay satisfying.
Difficulty
Easy
Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
10 minutes
Total Time
15 minutes
Servings
2 portions
Ingredients
Instructions
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the tortellini according to package instructions.
- Reserve a small cup of the cooking water, then drain.
- In the same pot or a wide pan, melt the butter over low heat.
- Add the garlic and warm gently until fragrant.
- Pour in the cream and let it heat slowly without boiling.
- Stir in the grated cheese until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Add the tortellini back to the sauce.
- Loosen with a splash of cooking water if needed.
- Finish with black pepper and herbs.
- Taste and adjust salt just before serving.
Tips
Keep the heat low once the cream is added — high heat can split the sauce.
For a lighter version, replace part of the cream with pasta water.
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