Tortellini with Peas and Prosciutto Recipe

Name: Tortellini with Peas and Prosciutto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Kosher salt; 1 pound meat-filled tortellini; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 4 ounces prosciutto or pancetta, finely chopped; 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 1/4 cup heavy cream; 1 cup frozen peas, thawed; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

Kosher salt
1 pound meat-filled tortellini
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 ounces prosciutto or pancetta, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2
Add the tortellini and cook as the label directs.
3
Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium heat.
4
Add the olive oil and prosciutto and cook until crisp, 3 to 4 minutes.
5
Stir in the garlic and tomato paste and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
6
Ladle in about 1 cup of the pasta cooking water and simmer until reduced by about half, 3 to 4 minutes.
7
Add the cream and simmer until slightly thickened, 2 to 3 minutes.
8
About 2 minutes before the tortellini are done, add the peas to the boiling water and cook until just tender.
9
Drain the tortellini and peas and add to the skillet, tossing to coat with the sauce.
10
Stir in the parsley.
11
Sprinkle with the parmesan cheese.
12
Per serving: Calories 475; Fat 27 g (Saturated 10 g); Cholesterol 195 mg; Sodium 1,237 mg; Carbohydrate 28 g; Fiber 3 g; Protein 29 g
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Photograph by Antonis Achilleos

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Kosher salt, 1 pound meat-filled tortellini, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 4 ounces prosciutto or pancetta, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Tortellini with Peas and Prosciutto 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 Peas and Prosciutto

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