Tortellini With Light Basil Sauce Recipe

Name: Tortellini With Light Basil Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. cheese or meat tortellini; 1/2 c. light cream; 2 tsp. dried basil, crushed, or 1/2 c. fresh basil leaves; 1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese; 1/3 c. mayonnaise; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1/4 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. pepper; 1 egg yolk, lightly beaten; 2 oz. cooked ham, diced; 1/3 c. chopped walnuts

Servings: persons

1 lb. cheese or meat tortellini
1/2 c. light cream
2 tsp. dried basil, crushed, or 1/2 c. fresh basil leaves
1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese
1/3 c. mayonnaise
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 egg yolk, lightly beaten
2 oz. cooked ham, diced
1/3 c. chopped walnuts

1
Cook tortellini according to package directions.
2
Meanwhile, place cream, basil, mayonnaise, cheese, garlic, salt and pepper into blender container.
3
Cover; process until smooth.
4
Blend in egg yolk.
5
Drain tortellini; return to pot.
6
Add basil sauce, ham and walnuts; toss well.
7
Cook over low heat for about 3 to 5 minutes, until heated through.
8
Yields 4 servings.

951

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 lb. cheese or meat tortellini, 1/2 c. light cream, 2 tsp. dried basil, crushed, or 1/2 c. fresh basil leaves, 1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese, and more.

Yes, Tortellini With Light Basil 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.

Tortellini With Light Basil Sauce

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