Summer Garden Tortellini Recipe

Name: Summer Garden Tortellini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces frozen cheese tortellini; 1 large garlic clove, finely chopped (more if needed); 2 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto, cut into strips; 2 cups corn (from 4 ears); ¼ cup unsalted butter; 2 medium tomatoes; ¼ cup chopped basil (we used parsley, it was personal preference, more if needed) or ¼ cup flat leaf parsley (we used parsley, it was personal preference, more if needed); kosher salt; fresh ground black pepper; crushed red pepper flakes (for that extra zing); italian seasoning

Servings: persons

8 ounces frozen cheese tortellini
1 large garlic clove, finely chopped (more if needed)
2 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto, cut into strips
2 cups corn (from 4 ears)
¼ cup unsalted butter
2 medium tomatoes
¼ cup chopped basil (we used parsley, it was personal preference, more if needed) or ¼ cup flat leaf parsley (we used parsley, it was personal preference, more if needed)
kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper
crushed red pepper flakes (for that extra zing)
italian seasoning

1
Cook tortellini in a pot of boiling salted water (2 tablespoons salt for 6 quarts water) according to package instructions.
2
While tortellini boils, cook garlic, prosciutto, corn, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, & crushed red pepper flakes (for that extra zing) in butter in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until corn is just tender, 4 to 5 minutes.
3
Meanwhile, chop tomatoes.
4
Combine corn mixture and tomatoes in a large bowl.
5
Reserve 1/4 cup pasta-cooking water, then drain tortellini and add to vegetables along with reserved cooking water and basil.
6
Toss well and season with salt, pepper, crushed red pepper flakes, if needed, and Italian seasoning.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces frozen cheese tortellini, 1 large garlic clove, finely chopped (more if needed), 2 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto, cut into strips, 2 cups corn (from 4 ears), and more.

Yes, Summer Garden Tortellini falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Summer Garden Tortellini

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