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Roasted Garlic Tortellini

Creamy Roasted Garlic Tortellini for Comfort Food Lovers

Indulge in creamy roasted garlic tortellini, a vegetarian comfort dish that's perfect for busy weeknights and guaranteed to please a crowd.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 head garlic Adds sweet, mellow flavor when roasted; can roast up to 4 days ahead.
  • 1 tbsp olive oil Enhances roasting, substitute with melted butter if desired.
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter Forms the base of the sauce; use salted butter cautiously.
  • 1 tsp salt Enhances flavor; adjust to taste based on broth or cheese used.
  • 1 tsp coarsely ground black pepper Adds a hint of spice; can use white pepper for milder flavor.
  • ½ tsp dried thyme Offers earthy herbal notes; fresh thyme can be used.
  • 2 tsp all-purpose flour Thickens the sauce; for gluten-free, use cornstarch or chickpea flour.
  • 1½ cups cream Creates the creamy texture; half-and-half can be used for lighter sauce.
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan Adds umami and saltiness; substitute with Pecorino Romano.
For the Tortellini
  • 1 pound tortellini Main component; any pasta can be used as a substitute.
For the Garnish
  • 2 tbsp parsley Adds freshness as garnish; can be replaced with basil or chives.

Equipment

  • oven
  • skillet
  • Large pot
  • Aluminum Foil

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare to roast your garlic head.
  2. Slice off the top of the garlic head, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 50–60 minutes until soft.
  3. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add tortellini and cook according to package instructions, typically about 2 minutes.
  4. In a skillet over medium heat, melt unsalted butter until bubbly. Squeeze in the roasted garlic cloves, adding salt, black pepper, and dried thyme.
  5. Gradually pour in the cream while stirring continuously, then add grated Parmesan cheese, and let the sauce simmer for 3 minutes.
  6. Once cooked, drain tortellini, reserve ¼ cup pasta water, and toss with garlic cream sauce.
  7. Plate the creamy tortellini immediately and garnish with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 45gSaturated Fat: 25gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

To save time, roast garlic ahead of time. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Freezing is also an option for up to 2 months.

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