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Cheese Tortellini

Delicious Cheese Tortellini with Savory Sage and Mushrooms

A quick and easy cheese tortellini recipe with savory sage and mushrooms, perfect for elevating your dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tortellini
  • 9 ounces Refrigerated Cheese Tortellini Fresh is best, but frozen works in a pinch.
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Butter Can replace some with olive oil for a lighter touch.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Aids in sautéing and adds flavor.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced garlic enhances depth of flavor.
For the Vegetables
  • 8 ounces Cremini Mushrooms Adds an earthy flavor; button mushrooms are a substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Sage If unavailable, use dried sage, reduce by half.
For Serving
  • ½ cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese Try pecorino for a sharper taste.
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • Paper Towel

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Tortellini: Boil salted water, add tortellini, and cook until they float, about 3-5 minutes. Drain and reserve a cup of pasta water.
  2. Prepare the Mushrooms and Sage: Slice mushrooms and chop sage. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet.
  3. Crisp the Sage: Sauté chopped sage until crispy, about 1 minute. Remove and drain on paper towel.
  4. Sauté the Mushrooms and Garlic: Add mushrooms and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for about 5 minutes until browned.
  5. Combine Tortellini and Sauce: Add drained tortellini to the skillet with remaining butter and Parmesan. Toss gently.
  6. Season and Serve: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, add pasta water if needed, top with crispy sage, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 16gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 47mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Enjoy making your Cheese Tortellini with Butter, Mushrooms, and Crispy Sage!

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