Mushroom Tortellini Alfredo

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Refrigerated tortellini is good quality, and oh so suitable for a quick and easy weeknight meal. Alfredo sauce is rich, velvety, and indulgent, but it's worth the splurge occasionally, and you'll look like a super chef.

Submitted by lutzflcat
Updated on January 7, 2022
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients

  • 2 (9 ounce) packages refrigerated cheese tortellini

  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter

  • 1 (8 ounce) package sliced baby bella mushrooms

  • 2 cups heavy cream, divided

  • 1 ½ cups grated Parmesan cheese (Optional)

  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest

  • 1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg

  • sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

  • 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste (Optional)

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (Optional)

Directions

  1. Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil; stir in tortellini and return to a boil. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the tortellini float to the top and are tender yet firm to the bite, 2 to 3 minutes; do not overcook. Drain, reserving some pasta water.

  2. Meanwhile, melt butter over medium heat in a large skillet. Add mushrooms, and saute until tender and golden brown, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to low, pour in 1 1/2 cups of cream, and simmer, stirring occasionally, 4 to 5 minutes.

  3. Remove the skillet from the heat and add drained tortellini; toss to combine. Stir in remaining 1/2 cup of heavy cream, 1 1/2 cups Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, nutmeg, sea salt, and pepper; toss until well incorporated.

  4. Place the skillet over low heat and cook until Parmesan has melted and sauce has thickened slightly, 1 to 2 remaining Parmesan and parsley.

Cook's Note:

Please don't omit the lemon zest, as it brings a wonderful flavor to the sauce. Feel free to substitute Pecorino Romano for the Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

1116 Calories
82g Fat
67g Carbs
34g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 1116
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 82g 105%
Saturated Fat 50g 248%
Cholesterol 293mg 98%
Sodium 1091mg 47%
Total Carbohydrate 67g 24%
Dietary Fiber 4g 15%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 34g 68%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 436mg 34%
Iron 2mg 9%
Potassium 416mg 9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.