Classic Tortellini alla Panna – Creamy Italian Delight
Dive into the creamy dream of Italian cuisine with this simple yet irresistible recipe for Tortellini alla Panna. Tender tortellini enveloped in a velvety cream sauce, perfectly rounded off with ham and Parmesan. A quick dish that will delight your heart and palate.
Preparation
10 min.
Cook / Bake
15 min.
Servings
4
Calories
610 kcal
Ingredients
for 4 servingsAmounts are automatically adjusted.
- 500 gFresh tortellini (e.g., with meat or cheese filling)
- 200 gCooked ham(diced)
- 200 mlHeavy cream
- 100 mlMilk
- 50 gParmesan cheese(freshly grated)Milch
- 1 tbspOlive oil
- 1 smallOnion(finely chopped)
- 1 cloveGarlic(minced)
- 1 pinchSalt(to taste)
- 1 pinchBlack pepper(freshly ground, to taste)
- 1 tbspFresh parsley(chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Cook the tortellini according to package directions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain well, reserving about 1/4 cup of the pasta water.
While the tortellini are cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and diced ham to the skillet. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the ham is lightly browned.
Pour in the heavy cream and milk. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Stir in most of the grated Parmesan cheese, reserving a little for garnish.
Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. If the sauce is too thick, add a little of the reserved pasta water until it reaches your desired consistency.
Add the drained tortellini to the skillet with the sauce. Toss gently to ensure all the tortellini are well coated.
Serve immediately, garnished with the remaining Parmesan cheese and fresh chopped parsley.
💡 Tipp
Varianten
- For a vegetarian option, omit the ham and add sautéed mushrooms or spinach instead.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg to the sauce for an extra layer of flavor.
- Try adding some frozen peas or thinly sliced zucchini to the sauce for extra vegetables.
Ersatz & Alternativen
- Instead of cooked ham, you can use pancetta or bacon.
- Any type of fresh pasta, like ravioli or fettuccine, can be used instead of tortellini.
- A lighter cream can be used, but the sauce may be less rich.
Aufbewahrung
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Einfrieren
Freezing is not recommended for this dish as the cream sauce may separate upon reheating and the tortellini can become mushy.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
610 kcal
Protein
30 g
Carbohydrates
50 g
Fat
32 g
Fiber
3 g
Recipe on TomTaste: https://tomtaste.com/recipe/classic-tortellini-alla-panna-creamy-italian-delight