Creamy Parmesan Tortellini in 15 Minutes
A quick and indulgent pasta dish where store-bought tortellini are bathed in a luscious cream and Parmesan sauce, ready in just 15 minutes.
- Prep5 min
- Cook10 min
- Total15 min
- DifficultyEasy
- Servings2
This is the kind of recipe you turn to on a busy weeknight when you want something comforting without spending hours in the kitchen. With just a handful of ingredients and one pot, you can have a creamy, cheesy pasta dish that feels like a restaurant-quality meal.
The secret is in the sauce: heavy cream slowly melted with grated Parmesan, seasoned simply with salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg. The tortellini are added at the end just to heat through, so they stay tender and perfectly coated in the velvety sauce.
Ingredients
Servings
Converted amounts are rounded.
Method
- Pour the heavy cream into a saucepan and place over medium heat.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir continuously until the cheese has completely melted into the cream, creating a smooth sauce.
- Season the sauce with salt, pepper, and a pinch of ground nutmeg. Stir well to combine.
- Add the tortellini to the sauce and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring gently, until the tortellini are heated through and well coated.
- Remove from heat and serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
💡 Tips
- For a more intense flavor, use freshly grated Parmesan instead of pre-grated.
- If the sauce becomes too thick, add a splash of pasta cooking water to loosen it.
- You can add cooked chicken or sautéed mushrooms for a heartier meal.
Inspired by a recipe from Kitchen Stories