Tortellini With Garlic Cream Sauce Recipe

Name: Tortellini With Garlic Cream Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (9 ounce) package cheese tortellini; 1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine; 1 tablespoon canola oil; 1 -2 garlic clove, minced; 1 cup sweet pepper, cut into bite size pieces (red, yellow, or green); 1 cup table cream (or milk); ½ cup chicken broth; 1 teaspoon cornstarch (a bit more may be needed if using milk); 2 teaspoons italian seasoning; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; ½ cup black olives, sliced

Servings: persons

1 (9 ounce) package cheese tortellini
1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 -2 garlic clove, minced
1 cup sweet pepper, cut into bite size pieces (red, yellow, or green)
1 cup table cream (or milk)
½ cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon cornstarch (a bit more may be needed if using milk)
2 teaspoons italian seasoning
¼ teaspoon black pepper
½ cup black olives, sliced

1
Cook tortellini according to package directions, until nearly tender.
2
Drain.
3
While tortellini is cooking, in another saucepan, heat oil with butter.
4
Saute peppers and garlic for about two minutes.
5
Stir together cream (or milk), broth and cornstarch and add to peppers.
6
Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer, stirring constantly till sauce is thickened.
7
Add Italian seasonings, black pepper and olives.
8
Simmer gently for a few minutes (long enough for the spices to meld into the sauce).
9
Combine with cooked tortellini and serve.

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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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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: 1 (9 ounce) package cheese tortellini, 1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine, 1 tablespoon canola oil, 1 -2 garlic clove, minced, and more.

Yes, Tortellini With Garlic Cream Sauce 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.

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Tortellini With Garlic Cream Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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