Description
This Tortellini Alfredo with Prosciutto and Peas is a perfect blend of creamy goodness and savory flavors, making it an ideal choice for a quick and impressive meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- Prosciutto
- 20 ounces cheese-filled Tortellini
- 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 15 ounces Alfredo sauce
- 1 cup frozen peas
- Parmesan cheese, shredded for garnish
- Fresh parsley, finely minced for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Arrange prosciutto on a baking sheet and bake for about 10 minutes until crispy.
- Boil salted water and cook tortellini according to package instructions.
- In a pot, heat olive oil and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add Alfredo sauce to the garlic and warm it up.
- Combine the cooked tortellini and frozen peas with the Alfredo sauce, stirring well.
- Serve topped with crispy prosciutto, Parmesan cheese, and parsley.
Notes
Avoid overcooking the tortellini; it should be al dente.
For extra flavor, add sautéed mushrooms or spinach.
Consider using gluten-free tortellini if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg