Tortellini With Creamy Roasted Garlic Sauce
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Category: European
Description: If you can’t get enough garlic, then I urge you to try this easy recipe that elevates your tortellini to a whole new level. The cook time includes the roasting of the garlic, which transforms its flavor into a sweet, mellow delight. After enjoying this dish, I can guarantee you’ll be safe from vampires!
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Garlic | 1-2 heads |
| Olive oil | 1-3 tablespoons |
| Heavy cream | 1 cup |
| Sour cream | 1/4 cup |
| Parmesan cheese | 1/4 cup |
| Butter | 1 tablespoon |
| Tortellini | 1 package |
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 647.6 kcal |
| Total Fat | 40.4 g |
| Saturated Fat | 22.6 g |
| Cholesterol | 143 mg |
| Sodium | 492.9 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 54.5 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g |
| Sugars | 1.2 g |
| Protein | 18.6 g |
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for roasting the garlic.
- Take the heads of garlic and cut off the tops to expose the cloves; using a serrated knife will make this much easier.
- Place the garlic heads on a square of aluminum foil with the cut side facing up.
- Drizzle with 1 to 2 tablespoons of olive oil (use 2 tablespoons for 2 heads of garlic).
- Seal the foil tightly around the garlic and roast in the preheated oven for about 1 hour.
- After roasting, allow the garlic to cool slightly, then separate the heads into individual cloves and squeeze each clove to extract the roasted garlic.
- In a blender or food processor, combine the roasted garlic with 1 tablespoon of the remaining olive oil and 1/4 cup of heavy cream. Blend until the garlic is finely pulverized.
- Add the remaining heavy cream, sour cream, Parmesan cheese, and season with salt and pepper. Blend again until all ingredients are thoroughly combined. The sauce will be thick at this stage; set aside.
- Cook the tortellini according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain well.
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the cooked tortellini and toss gently until evenly coated with the butter.
- Pour in the prepared garlic sauce and stir until it becomes thin and well distributed. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Serve the tortellini hot, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese as desired. For a heartier meal, consider adding chopped cooked chicken, shrimp, broccoli, or peas to the mix.
Indulge in this creamy, garlic-infused tortellini that’s perfect for any occasion and guaranteed to please garlic lovers!
