Name: Cheesy Pesto Tortellini Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 lb. cheese tortellini; 1/3 cup pesto; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 2 tbsp unsalted butter; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1/4 tsp garlic powder; Salt to taste

Cheesy Pesto Tortellini Recipe

Othilia Derrick Modified: November 12, 2023

How To Make Cheesy Pesto Tortellini Recipe

This dish is a flavorful and cheesy pasta dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal.

Preparation: 10 minutes

Cooking: 15 minutes

Total: 25 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

1 lb. cheese tortellini
1/3 cup pesto
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp garlic powder
Salt to taste

Instructions

Cook the tortellini according to package instructions.
Drain the pasta, reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking water.
In a large pan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add pesto, Parmesan cheese, black pepper, and garlic powder to the pan. Stir in the reserved pasta cooking water.
Add the cooked pasta to the pan and toss to coat it with the sauce.
Serve hot and garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and black pepper, if desired.