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Cheese Tortellini with Butter, Mushrooms, and Crispy Sage

Cheese Tortellini with Butter, Mushrooms, and Crispy Sage Bliss

A delightful Cheese Tortellini with Butter, Mushrooms, and Crispy Sage recipe that's quick to prepare, perfect for busy dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 1 package Refrigerated Cheese Tortellini Can substitute with frozen tortellini.
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Butter Divided for sautéing mushrooms and crisping sage.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Prevents butter from burning.
  • 8 ounces Cremini Mushrooms Sliced thin.
  • 2 cloves Fresh Garlic Minced.
For Flavoring
  • 10 leaves Fresh Sage Chopped.
  • to taste Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • to taste Pepper Adjust according to taste.
For the Finish
  • 1 cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese Optional: swap for nutritional yeast for vegan option.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add cheese tortellini and cook according to package instructions for about 6-7 minutes until al dente.
  2. Clean and slice cremini mushrooms into thin pieces. Finely chop fresh sage leaves.
  3. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of butter and a drizzle of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chopped sage and sauté for about 1 minute until crispy.
  4. In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of butter, sliced mushrooms, and minced garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes until mushrooms are golden brown.
  5. Once tortellini is cooked and drained, add to the skillet with mushrooms. Sprinkle remaining butter over and toss carefully.
  6. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the mixture and toss until melted and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Plate the dish and garnish with crispy sage. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Choose fresh tortellini for best flavor. Monitor sage closely while frying to avoid burning.

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