Cheese Tortellini with Prosciutto and Peas Recipe

Cheese Tortellini with Prosciutto and Peas

• Yield: Serves 2
• Nutritional Information per Serving: Calories 1161, Total Fat 73 g, Saturated Fat 44 g, Carbohydrates 94 g, Dietary Fiber 6 g, Sugar 8 g, Protein 36 g, Cholesterol 278 mg, Sodium 1112 mg
• Total Time: 15 minutes
• Preparation Time: 5 minutes
• Cooking Time: 10 minutes

• 12 ounces cheese tortellini
• 1/4 cup reserved pasta cooking water
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
• 1/4 pound prosciutto, thinly sliced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 3/4 cup peas
• Salt and pepper, to taste

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1. Boil the tortellini per package directions, reserving 1/4 cup pasta water. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and saut minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
2. Add prosciutto slices and cook 2 minutes until lightly crisp and irresistible.
3. Pour in heavy cream; simmer until it thickens and reduces by half, creating a luscious sauce.
4. Stir in Parmesan and peas, then toss with reserved pasta water and drained tortellini. Season with salt and pepper. Dive into this creamy, indulgent pasta that's ready in minutespure comfort on a plate!