Tortellini with Creamy Mushroom Sauce

Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of Tortellini with Creamy Mushroom Sauce—a quick and satisfying recipe perfect for busy weeknights or elegant dinners alike. Delicate cheese-filled tortellini are tossed in a luscious sauce made with golden sautéed onions, fragrant garlic, and tender button mushrooms, all simmered in a velvety blend of heavy cream, vegetable broth, and Parmesan cheese. With just 30 minutes from prep to plate, this dish combines ease with gourmet flair. Garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, it's a complete meal that's irresistibly creamy and brimming with umami goodness. Perfect for pasta lovers seeking a hearty yet refined dinner idea!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams cheese tortellini
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 250 grams button mushrooms, thinly sliced
• 250 milliliters heavy cream
• 120 milliliters vegetable broth
• 60 grams grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the cheese tortellini according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they have softened and released their moisture.

Step 6

Pour in the heavy cream and vegetable broth, and stir well to combine. Simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to slightly thicken.

Step 7

Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Mix until the cheese has melted into the sauce.

Step 8

Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet, tossing gently to coat the pasta in the creamy mushroom sauce.

Step 9

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1369.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2878.1

Total Fat 182.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 93.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 535.8mg	0%
Sodium 4702.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 211.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.5g	0%
Total Sugars 15.4g
Protein 88.5g	0%

Vitamin D 29.5IU	0%
Calcium 1312.8mg	0%
Iron 7.6mg	0%
Potassium 1417.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.7%

Protein: 12.5%

Carbs: 29.8%