Tortellini Alla Panna
Tortellini alla panna is a classic Italian dish that consists of tortellini, usually filled with meat, served in a creamy cream sauce. It's a popular and comforting dish, perfect for a quick and easy meal.
4 servings
Equipment
- 1 pan
Ingredients
- 1 pound tortellini
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup parmigiano reggiano cheese (grated)
- ⅔ cup frozen peas
- ½ cup ham (diced)
- 2 Tablespoons butter
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the tortellini until slightly underdone (al dente).
- Reserve about ½ cup of the pasta water before draining.
- Melt the butter in a large pan or skillet over medium heat and lightly fry the ham and peas for 1-2 minutes.
- Add the cream, nutmeg, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the cooked tortellini and some Parmigiano Reggiano cheese to the pan with the creamy sauce.
- Toss gently to coat everything evenly. If the sauce seems too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen it up.
- Remove from heat and plate the tortellini alla panna, sprinkle with the remaining Parmesan cheese, and garnish with more fresh cracked pepper before serving.
Tips & Notes
- Don’t overcook the tortellini. Aim for a slightly firm (al dente) texture as they will continue cooking in the sauce. This ensures they stay springy and don’t get mushy.
- If your sauce seems too thick, a splash of pasta water adds richness and helps everything bind together smoothly.
- For a richer flavor, use vegetable broth instead of water to cook the tortellini.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 servingCalories: 717kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 28gFat: 43gSaturated Fat: 24gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 2125mgPotassium: 179mgFiber: 6gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1332IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 358mgIron: 4mg