Description
This creamy Tortellini Alfredo with Prosciutto and Peas is a comforting, quick meal perfect for busy weeknights, featuring rich flavors and fresh ingredients.
Ingredients
- Prosciutto (6 slices)
- Cheese-filled tortellini (20 ounces)
- Extra virgin olive oil (1 teaspoon)
- Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
- Alfredo sauce (15 ounces, jarred or homemade)
- Frozen peas (1 cup)
- Parmesan cheese (shredded, for garnish)
- Fresh parsley (minced, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Arrange prosciutto slices on the baking sheet and bake for about 10 minutes until crispy.
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook the tortellini according to package instructions, around 5-7 minutes, then strain.
- In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add Alfredo sauce to the garlic and warm it for a couple of minutes without boiling.
- Combine drained tortellini with the warmed Alfredo sauce, then stir in frozen peas and heat through.
- Serve with crispy prosciutto, Parmesan, and minced parsley.
Notes
Use high-quality prosciutto for the best flavor; substitute with bacon for a pork-free option.
Freshly minced garlic enhances the flavor profile; dried garlic can be used in a pinch.
For a vegetarian version, omit the prosciutto and add vegetables like mushrooms or asparagus.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 45mg