Cheese Tortellini with Butter, Mushrooms, and Crispy Sage
Indulge in a quick and delightful meal with this Cheese Tortellini with Butter, Mushrooms, and Crispy Sage. Perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy weekend dinner, this dish combines the comforting flavors of creamy butter and cheese with earthy mushrooms and aromatic sage. In just 30 minutes, you can elevate store-bought tortellini into a gourmet experience that will have your family asking for seconds. With its blend of simple ingredients, this recipe is not only delicious but also versatile—feel free to customize it to suit your taste!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (20 ounce) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 1 tablespoon fresh sage (chopped)
- 8 ounces cremini mushrooms (sliced)
- 3 tablespoons butter (divided)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions in boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- While the tortellini cooks, chop the mushrooms and sage.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, combine 1 tablespoon of butter and olive oil. Add chopped sage and cook until crisp, about 1 minute. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add remaining butter, mushrooms, and minced garlic; sauté until mushrooms are browned and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Combine the cooked tortellini with the mushroom mixture, adding parmesan cheese and crispy sage. Toss well to coat and season with salt and pepper before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (200g)
- Calories: 405
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 40mg