TORTELLINI WITH FOUR-CHEESE ALFREDO SAUCE

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Found this dreamy sounding recipe in a magazine and I had to add it to my repertoire of Italian dishes. I mean, FOUR cheeses! Recipe & photo: Food Network Magazine 08-09-14

Provided by Ellen Bales

Categories     Pasta Sides

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb tortellini
6 Tbsp butter
2 c heavy cream
1 pinch nutmeg
1/2 c grated mozzarella cheese
1/2 c grated parmesan cheese
1/2 c cubed taleggio cheese
1/4 c mascarpone cheese
6 c baby spinach
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1. In a large pot of boiling salted water, add 1 pound tortellini pasta and cook as the label directs, stirring occasionally.
  • 2. Melt butter over medium heat; whisk in cream and nutmeg. Bring to a simmer. Add cooked, drained pasta and toss, adding up to 1/2 cup pasta water if needed.
  • 3. Stir in the four cheeses and add baby spinach. Stir until spinach is wilted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

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