Tortellini primavera with gorgonzola sauce is a delectable dish bursting with flavors and textures. The tender tortellini filled with cheese and herbs, tossed in a creamy and flavorful sauce made from fresh primavera vegetables, and coated in rich and tangy gorgonzola cheese creates a symphony of tastes that will tantalize your palate. With its vibrant colors and inviting aroma, this dish is perfect for a special occasion or a delightful weeknight meal.
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TORTELLINI PRIMAVERA
This is a quick pasta salad that is kicked up a notch by using tortellini instead of regular pasta. It is great for a cook-out or potluck because it doesn't include mayonnaise.
Provided by Happyschmoopies
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Tortellini Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 4h30m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook tortellini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite and filling is warmed through, 5 to 7 minutes; drain.
- Stir cooked tortellini, tomatoes, broccoli, yellow bell pepper, Parmesan cheese, and pepperoni together in a bowl. Pour in 1 cup Italian dressing and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours. If salad looks dry, stir in an additional 1/4 cup Italian dressing before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 762.4 calories, Carbohydrate 64.2 g, Cholesterol 92.3 mg, Fat 44.8 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 29.2 g, SaturatedFat 14.6 g, Sodium 2160.5 mg, Sugar 8.9 g
TORTELLINI PRIMAVERA
Lots of fresh veggies meet pasta in this one-pot tortellini primavera. It's all tossed with a light and flavorful sauce for a delicious summertime dinner. This recipe is from the cookbook, Incredible One-Pot Cooking, by Megan Marlow and is being shared here with permission from the author.
Provided by April Anderson
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, combine the oil and butter and allow the butter to melt.
- Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add the onion, zucchini, squash, tomatoes, carrots and bell pepper. Saute for 7 to 8 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender. Season them with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the stock and tortellini. Cover the skillet and simmer for 5 to 6 minutes or until the tortellini is cooked through.
- Stir in 1/4 cup of the Parmesan cheese and the lemon juice. Top the pasta with the remaining 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese before serving.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1/6 of recipe, Calories 379 calories, Sugar 4.7g, Sodium 689.2mg, Fat 16.5g, SaturatedFat 7.1g, UnsaturatedFat 8g, TransFat 0g, Carbohydrate 44.3g, Fiber 3.3g, Protein 14.9g, Cholesterol 47.9mg
TORTELLINI PRIMAVERA WITH GORGONZOLA SAUCE
This is a nice vegetarian tortellini pasta option. The Gorgonzola cheese gives it a hearty flavor, and my kids like it.
Provided by 3Beauties
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Pasta Primavera Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook both kinds of tortellini in the boiling water until they float, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain, return to the pot, and keep warm.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Cook and stir snow peas, mushrooms, carrots, green onions, garlic, and salt until vegetables are tender-crisp, about 3 minutes. Pour vegetable mixture into the pot with the cooked tortellini and toss.
- Add cream, 1/2 the Gorgonzola cheese, butter, and pepper to the pot with the pasta mixture. Cook over medium heat until heated through and cheese has melted, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle remaining Gorgonzola cheese on top and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 514.3 calories, Carbohydrate 41.7 g, Cholesterol 99 mg, Fat 31.9 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 17.3 g, SaturatedFat 16.9 g, Sodium 745.1 mg, Sugar 4.8 g
TORTELLINI PRIMAVERA
Provided by Ree Drummond Bio & Top Recipes
Categories side-dish
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Bring a pot of water to a boil. Cook the tortellini in the boiling water for a couple of minutes less than the package directions call for. Drain and set aside.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and onions and stir and cook for 1 minute. Add the cauliflower, carrots and asparagus and stir and cook 1 minute. Splash in the broth, then cook until the liquid reduces a bit, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in the Parmesan and cream and cook until hot. Stir in the peas, ham and some salt and pepper and continue cooking to allow the peas and ham to heat up in the sauce. Add the basil and heat; stir in the tortellini. Check for seasoning, adding more if needed, and serve with extra Parmesan and basil.
GORGONZOLA AND WALNUT SAUCE FOR PUMPKIN OR PORCINI-STUFFED TORTELLINI
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until tender, about 8 to 10 minutes. Meanwhile, crumble Gorgonzola in the top of a double boiler. Whisk in broth, Madeira and heavy cream, garlic clove and cook uncovered for 3 to 4 minutes or until the cheese has melted. Remove garlic clove. Drain the pasta, pat it dry and spoon into a deep dish. Top with spoonfuls of sauce and top with walnuts.
TORTELLINI PRIMAVERA
"This pared-down dish was a family favorite when my teens were still home," recalls Tina Green in Albany, Oregon. "I could stretch it with noodles and veggies for last-minute guests. It's so tasty and easy to whip up."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine 4-1/2 teaspoons oil and 4-1/2 teaspoons pesto. Add chicken and toss to coat. Let stand at room temperature while cooking the vegetables. , In a large skillet, saute the asparagus, peppers, onion, carrot, peas, broccoli, garlic powder, salt and pepper in remaining oil until crisp-tender. Drain tortellini and return to the saucepan; add vegetable mixture., In the same skillet, cook and stir the chicken for 4-5 minutes or until juices run clear. Stir in the tomatoes, 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, water and remaining pesto; simmer for 2 minutes. Add tortellini mixture; toss. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 474 calories, Fat 25g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 665mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 29g protein.
GORGONZOLA AND PROSCIUTTO TORTELLINI SALAD
There's an amazing Italian grocery store near me, which has some amazing pasta salads. They are not cheap, but they are delicious. My favorite one is the Gorgonzola and prosciutto pasta salad. This is my clone of it and it tastes exactly like theirs when tasted side by side.
Provided by AUSTAD
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Tortellini Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Slice prosciutto into strips that are 1 inch long and 1/4 inch wide.
- Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil; stir in tortellini and return to a boil. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the tortellini float to the top and the filling is hot, about 3 minutes. Drain and cool under cold running water to stop the cooking process.
- Mix oil, vinegar, garlic, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper together in a jar. Put the lid on the jar and shake into an emulsion.
- Place tortellini, prosciutto, Gorgonzola cheese, bell peppers, and onion in a large bowl. Pour the vinaigrette over the top and toss lightly with 2 large spoons. Enjoy immediately or allow the flavors to meld for 3 to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 372.6 calories, Carbohydrate 27.6 g, Cholesterol 42 mg, Fat 24.2 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 11.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 526.7 mg, Sugar 2 g
CREAMY TORTELLINI PRIMAVERA
A great dish to serve when you want to get a meal on the table in a hurry! You can substitute chicken or shrimp for the ham if you wish!
Provided by yooper
Categories Pork
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook to 5 minutes or until softened, stirring occasionally.
- Add carrots, celery, chicken broth,6 and black pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 8 to 10 minutes, or until carrots are tender.
- Meanwhile, cook tortellini according to package directions. Drain, transfer to a large serving bowl, and cover to keep warm.
- Stir ham and cream into carrot mixture and cook over low heat until just heated through.
- Pour cream mixture over tortellini, add Parmesan cheese, and toss to combine.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 667.3, Fat 31.5, SaturatedFat 17.7, Cholesterol 131.1, Sodium 1313.2, Carbohydrate 69.1, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 8.5, Protein 28.1
PASTA PRIMAVERA WITH A GORGONZOLA TWIST
This is one of my favorite pasta dishes. It is somehow light and healthy tasting while still satisfying the part of me that wants something rich and creamy. I use tomatos, broccoli and peas (my favorite veggies) but I'm sure it would be just as successful with other spring-time vegetables!
Provided by sofie-a-toast
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- in a wok or very large pan, saute the onion with garlic, olive oil, 1T balsamic, sugar and lots of pepper on med-low for 15min or until caramelized.
- meanwhile, cook the pasta according to package and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
- add the broccoli to the onions and a few tablespoons of the pasta water.
- cook until the broccoli is a few minutes from done, adding more water as it boils away.
- add peas and tomato and cook for 3 more minutes.
- add the pasta, another 3 TB water and cheese.
- sprinkle with remaining balsamic, toss and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 445.6, Fat 16.5, SaturatedFat 8.2, Cholesterol 32.3, Sodium 647.1, Carbohydrate 54, Fiber 7.6, Sugar 10.3, Protein 22.8
TORTELLINI PRIMAVERA
This creamy tortellini and vegetable pasta is a real crowd pleaser. To make it even quicker, use frozen chopped vegetables instead of fresh. Serve with: A green salad and whole-grain baguette
Provided by LeslieNY3912
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 50m
Yield 1 1/4 cups, 5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1.Put a large pot of water on to boil.
- 2.Meanwhile, whisk broth and flour in a small bowl. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring, until just beginning to brown, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the broth mixture to the pan, bring to a boil and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in cheese, tarragon (or dill or chives) and salt.
- 3.Add vegetables and tortellini to the boiling water; return the water to a simmer and cook until the vegetables and tortellini are tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain; add to the pan with the sauce and stir to coat.
CHEESE TORTELLINI PRIMAVERA
My pasta with veggies is quick enough for a weeknight dinner with the kids but also elegant when you have a dinner party with grownups. -Christine Hadden, Whitman, Massachusetts
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine broccoli and 1/4 cup water; microwave, covered, on high for 2-3 minutes or until tender. Cool slightly; drain. Repeat with asparagus and remaining water., Cook tortellini according to package directions; drain. In a small bowl, whisk flour and broth until smooth., Cut orange pepper, zucchini and yellow squash into 1/4-in.-thick strips. In a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add vegetable strips; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or just until crisp-tender. Add green onions and garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir broth mixture to combine; stir into vegetables. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 1-2 minutes or until sauce is slightly thickened, stirring occasionally., Add broccoli, asparagus, tortellini, 1/2 cup cheese, pepper and salt; heat through, tossing gently to combine. If desired, serve with additional cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 436 calories, Fat 17g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 875mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 21g protein.
HOMEMADE PEAR AND GORGONZOLA RAVIOLI
Sweet, tasty, and creamy; pear and blue cheese is the perfect flavor pairing! Try this delicate and tasty Italian original homemade ravioli. Serve with a simple butter and sage sauce.
Provided by Alemarsi
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 1h20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add pears and thyme; cook, stirring often, until pears have softened, about 10 minutes. Crumble Gorgonzola cheese over pears; cook and stir until melted, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove skillet from heat and cool filling completely.
- Cut pasta dough into 3 equal pieces. Flatten the first piece of dough on a floured work surface; roll with a rolling pin 5 or 6 times. Turn the dough 45 degrees and roll again, 5 to 6 times. Keep rolling and turning in the same direction until dough has a consistent thickness of about 1/16-inch. Repeat with remaining 2 pieces of pasta dough.
- Gently transfer 1 pasta sheet to a floured surface and cut in half to form 2 evenly sized rectangles. Drop about 1 teaspoon filling onto 1 rectangle, spacing the filling about 1-inch apart. Brush the spaces around the filling with water.
- Lay the second rectangle on top of the first. Gently squeeze out the air around the filling and press firmly with your hands to seal the edges and all dough around the filling.
- Cut square ravioli shapes using a ravioli cutter. Transfer the ravioli to a floured plate or board. Repeat with the remaining dough and filling. Let the ravioli stand for about 30 minutes.
- Bring a saucepan of lightly salted water to the boil; gently add ravioli, working in batches. Cook until ravioli float to the top, about 3 minutes. Remove using a slotted spoon and transfer to a warm bowl.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 554.8 calories, Carbohydrate 62.3 g, Cholesterol 79.5 mg, Fat 24.8 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 20.8 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, Sodium 568.7 mg, Sugar 9 g
DECADENT TORTELLINI PRIMAVERA
This decadent tortellini with spinach, mushrooms and tomatoes always brings compliments. Dressed up with fresh Parmesan cheese, no one even notices it's meatless! -Susie Pietrowski, Belton, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute mushrooms and onion in butter until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in milk; heat through. Stir in cream cheese until blended. Add spinach and Italian seasoning; heat through. , Drain tortellini; toss with sauce and tomato. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 341 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 671mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
FETTUCCINI WITH CREAMY GORGONZOLA SAUCE
Make and share this Fettuccini With Creamy Gorgonzola Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by MsBindy
Categories Cheese
Time 50m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook fettucini according to package directions.
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter. Mix in the cream or milk and heat carefully, not allowing it to boil.
- Add the Gorgonzolo and cream cheese, stirring frequentlly until they are melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Add freshly ground black pepper.
- When pasta is al dente, drain it and mix it into the sauce.
- Toss well to coat the pasta and serve immediately.
- Pass the grated Parmesan at the table.
Tips:
- Choose the right tortellini. For this recipe, fresh or frozen cheese tortellini works best. Avoid using dried tortellini, as it will not cook evenly.
- Cook the tortellini al dente. This means that the tortellini should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it. If you overcook the tortellini, it will become mushy.
- Use fresh vegetables. Fresh vegetables will give your primavera dish the best flavor. If you don't have fresh vegetables on hand, you can use frozen vegetables, but be sure to thaw them before using.
- Make the sauce ahead of time. The gorgonzola sauce can be made up to 3 days in advance. This will save you time when you're ready to make the dish.
- Garnish with fresh herbs. Fresh herbs, such as basil, parsley, or chives, will add a pop of color and flavor to your dish.
Conclusion:
Tortellini primavera with gorgonzola sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. The creamy gorgonzola sauce is the perfect complement to the fresh vegetables and tortellini. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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