Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
12 unit

cheese tortellini

0.25 cup

water

reserved from cooking pasta

2 tbsp

butter

2 unit

garlic

minced

0.25 lb

prosciutto

sliced into thin strips

1 cup

heavy cream

1 pinch

nutmeg

freshly grated

0.25 cup

parmesan cheese

freshly grated

0.75 cup

frozen baby peas

thawed

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

pepper

freshly ground black

Step 1
~2 min

Cook tortellini according to package directions, reserving 1/4 cup of the cooking water.

Step 2
~2 min

Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.

Step 3
~2 min

Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 4
~2 min

Add prosciutto strips and cook for 2 minutes, until lightly browned.

Step 5
~2 min

Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.

Step 6
~2 min

Add freshly grated nutmeg and simmer until the cream has thickened and reduced by half, about 5 minutes.

Step 7
~2 min

Stir in Parmesan cheese and thawed frozen baby peas.

Step 8
~2 min

Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet.

Step 9
~2 min

Pour in the reserved cooking liquid and toss to coat the tortellini with the sauce.

Step 10
~2 min

Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Step 11
~2 min

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Garnish with fresh parsley or basil for added flavor and visual appeal.

Add a squeeze of lemon juice to brighten the sauce.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Sauce can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad

Serve with crusty bread

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic bread
Caprese salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

A popular pasta dish served in Italian households.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Family Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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