Ingredients
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Before we dive into cooking, let’s gather our ingredients. The best part? They’re simple and easy to find! Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1 package of cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup of pumpkin puree
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook tortellini in salted boiling water according to package instructions until they float.
- Sauté minced garlic in a skillet over medium heat until fragrant, then add pumpkin puree and heavy cream.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning until melted and creamy; season with salt and pepper.
- Drain the cooked tortellini and toss it with the sauce; serve hot, garnished with parsley if desired.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Feel free to add cooked chicken or spinach for extra protein and nutrients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg