Lemon Cream Tortellini


Lemon Cream Tortellini
Servings
Ingredients
- 1 package (20 ounces) fresh or frozen cheese tortellini
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic - minced
- 1 pint or 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper - to taste
- 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese - optional
- 2 tablespoons fresh chopped Italian parsley - optional
Instructions
- Boil tortellini according to package directions. Drain well.
- In a skillet or saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add garlic and cook 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
- Add heavy cream and bring to a boil.
- Turn down the heat and whisk in grated Parmesan cheese, the zest and juice of one lemon.
- Simmer sauce a minute or two.
- Season with a little salt and pepper.
- Stir in pasta and heat to warm.
- Serve with shredded Parmesan and chopped parsley on top if you like.
Nutrition
Calories: 330kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 20g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 248mg | Potassium: 137mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1389IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 189mg | Iron: 0.4mg
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