Frozen tortellini is the no-fuss answer when you want a satisfying pasta dinner in a hurry.
- Portion size 4 servings
- Credits : Pasta By The Season: Spring 2004
Ingredients
Method
In large pot of boiling salted water, cook tortellini until tender but firm, about 10 minutes; drain well.
Meanwhile, in blender or food processor, pur?ricotta cheese with milk until smooth; set aside.
In large skillet, melt butter over medium heat; cook onions, prosciutto, and hot pepper flakes (if using), stirring, until onions are softened, about 5 minutes.
Stir in tortellini, ricotta mixture, peas, pepper, nutmeg and salt ; cook, stirring, until heated through and tortellini are well coated. Sprinkle with Parmesan.
Nutritional facts <b>Per serving:</b> about
- Sodium 722 mg
- Protein 29 g
- Calories 568.0
- Total fat 24 g
- Cholesterol 135 mg
- Saturated fat 14 g
- Total carbohydrate 59 g
%RDI
- Iron 19.0
- Folate 20.0
- Calcium 40.0
- Vitamin A 23.0
- Vitamin C 7.0
