CHEESE TORTELLINI WITH BASIL CREAM SAUCE

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Make and share this Cheese Tortellini With Basil Cream Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sandi From CA

Categories     European

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 shallots, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon flour
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup white wine
1 1/4 cups cream
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
2/3 ounce fresh basil, chopped, plus
2 -3 fresh basil leaves, for garnish
18 ounces fresh cheese-filled tortellini, cooked and drained

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, sauté shallots and garlic in butter until softened.
  • Add flour; cook and stir one minute.
  • Stir in wine; cook one minute more.
  • Slowly add cream, mixing until smooth. Add cheese; cook over medium heat until smooth and thick.
  • Add fresh basil; mix well and pour over hot, cooked tortellini.
  • Garnish with basil leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 849, Fat 51, SaturatedFat 30.7, Cholesterol 189, Sodium 1297.3, Carbohydrate 67.4, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 1.7, Protein 29.3

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