Description
Indulge in a comforting bowl of Cheese Tortellini with Butter, Mushrooms, and Crispy Sage that takes simple ingredients to gourmet heights. This dish combines tender cheese tortellini with a rich buttery sauce, earthy sautéed mushrooms, and fragrant crispy sage, creating a delightful experience for any dinner occasion. Whether you’re short on time during a busy weeknight or hosting friends for a special meal, this recipe is quick to prepare and sure to impress. With its enticing flavors and elegant presentation, it’s the perfect blend of comfort and sophistication.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (20 ounce) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 1 tablespoon fresh sage (chopped)
- 8 ounces cremini mushrooms (sliced)
- 3 tablespoons butter (divided)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Boil the tortellini: In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add the cheese tortellini and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Prepare the sauce: While the pasta cooks, slice the mushrooms, chop the sage, and mince the garlic.
- Crisp the sage: In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter with olive oil. Add chopped sage and cook for about 1 minute until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté the mushrooms: In the same skillet, add sliced mushrooms and minced garlic along with another tablespoon of butter. Sauté for about 5 minutes until browned.
- Combine: Drain the tortellini and add it to the skillet with mushrooms. Stir in remaining butter, grated parmesan cheese, crispy sage, salt, and pepper. Toss well to combine and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 40mg