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Best Creamy Garlic Butter Sauce for Tortellini

Best Creamy Garlic Butter Sauce for Tortellini
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This creamy garlic butter sauce for tortellini is quick, rich, and perfect for weeknight dinners or impressive date nights. Made with garlic, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning, it turns tortellini into a restaurant-worthy dish.

Ingredients

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  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 8 garlic cloves
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream (35–36% fat)
  • 2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 18 ounces (500 grams) tortellini

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, mix Italian seasoning, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Set aside.

2. Boil salted water for tortellini and cook according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

3. Crush garlic cloves and add to a skillet with the butter over medium heat.

4. Swirl the butter as it melts. Once slightly brown and nutty-smelling, add olive oil to prevent burning.

5. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, and the seasoning blend. Cook until cheese melts, stirring constantly.

6. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

7. Add cooked tortellini and toss to coat evenly.

8. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

• Browning the butter adds depth, but it’s optional—melted butter works just fine.

• Grating your own Parmesan from a block gives better texture and flavor.

• Substitute with pecorino or romano if needed.

• Use any tortellini filling—cheese, spinach, meat, or pumpkin all work.

• If using half-and-half instead of cream, thicken with a tablespoon of flour mixed in water if needed.

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