Best 7 Tortellini With Basil Cream Sauce Recipes

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When it comes to quick, weeknight meals, tortellini with basil cream sauce is a winner. This hearty, flavorful dish is easy to make and uses simple ingredients that you may already have in your kitchen. With just a few steps, you can have a delicious, creamy pasta dish that the whole family will love. So gather your ingredients and let's get cooking!

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

TORTELLINI WITH TOMATO BASIL CREAM SAUCE



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Tomato and basil cream sauce complements store-bought cheese tortellini perfectly. Parmesan cheese and garlic boost the flavor of this simple recipe.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Side Dish     Entree     Dinner     Pasta

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound cheese tortellini
1 (14 1/2-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
4 teaspoons dried basil
2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup olive oil
2 cloves garlic (minced)
2 cups heavy cream
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish: parsley, freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Cook the tortellini according to package directions.
  • In a bowl or measuring cup, combine the crushed tomatoes with the chicken bouillon granules, basil, minced parsley, and black pepper.
  • Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a saucepan.
  • Sauté the garlic in the olive oil.
  • Add the crushed tomato mixture and bring to a simmer.
  • Add the cream and bring to a gentle boil.
  • Add the Parmesan cheese and stir well.
  • Stir the drained tortellini into the sauce. Serve the pasta and sauce garnished with additional grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 943 kcal, Carbohydrate 66 g, Cholesterol 189 mg, Fiber 5 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 35 g, Sodium 941 mg, Sugar 9 g, Fat 67 g, ServingSize 4 portions (4 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

CHEESE TORTELLINI WITH BASIL CREAM SAUCE



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Make and share this Cheese Tortellini With Basil Cream Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sandi From CA

Categories     European

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 shallots, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon flour
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup white wine
1 1/4 cups cream
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
2/3 ounce fresh basil, chopped, plus
2 -3 fresh basil leaves, for garnish
18 ounces fresh cheese-filled tortellini, cooked and drained

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, sauté shallots and garlic in butter until softened.
  • Add flour; cook and stir one minute.
  • Stir in wine; cook one minute more.
  • Slowly add cream, mixing until smooth. Add cheese; cook over medium heat until smooth and thick.
  • Add fresh basil; mix well and pour over hot, cooked tortellini.
  • Garnish with basil leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 849, Fat 51, SaturatedFat 30.7, Cholesterol 189, Sodium 1297.3, Carbohydrate 67.4, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 1.7, Protein 29.3

TORTELLINI WITH TOMATO-CREAM SAUCE



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This tortellini with tomato cream sauce is mouthwatering. Put spinach, tomatoes and other pantry staples to use in this warm and satisfying dish. -Barbra Stanger, West Jordan, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package (16 ounces) frozen cheese tortellini
1 small onion, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Additional grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the tomatoes, spinach, basil, salt and pepper. Cook and stir over medium heat until liquid is absorbed, about 3 minutes., Stir in cream and cheese. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until thickened, 8-10 minutes. , Drain tortellini; toss with sauce. Sprinkle with additional cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 459 calories, Fat 33g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 99mg cholesterol, Sodium 835mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

TORTELLINI WITH A TOMATO-BASIL CREAM SAUCE



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A friend gave me this recipe after she went on and on about how fabulous and easy it is. I have not tried it, but based on her comments, I think it will be good!

Provided by Cook4_6

Categories     European

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/4 lbs cheese tortellini, cooked
1/8 cup fresh parsley, chopped for topping
1/8 cup parmesan cheese, Freshly-grated for topping
1/4 cup olive oil
2 large garlic cloves, minced
2 cups plum tomatoes, peeled crushed drained (canned)
1 chicken bouillon cube, mashed
4 teaspoons dried basil
2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
2 cups heavy cream
4 tablespoons parmesan cheese, freshly-grated

Steps:

  • Prepare tortellini as directed on package.
  • Chop tomatoes in chunky pieces.
  • Blend bouillon with basil, parsley and pepper into the tomatoes.
  • Saute the garlic in olive oil until just white.
  • Add to the sauce and bring just to a simmer.
  • When sauce is hot, add the cream to a non-aluminum skillet and bring to a slow boil and add the hot tomato sauce and cheese.
  • Stir well and blend the tortellini into the pan of tomato basil cream sauce.
  • Serve, topped with parsley and cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1024.9, Fat 70.5, SaturatedFat 35.9, Cholesterol 229.9, Sodium 1289.2, Carbohydrate 75.2, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 4.1, Protein 26

MAKE-AHEAD TOMATO-BASIL TORTELLINI BAKE



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Feel prepared with this Make-Ahead Tomato-Basil Tortellini Bake. Pop this Make-Ahead Tomato-Basil Tortellini Bake out of the oven right at dinner time.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pkg. (1 lb.) frozen cheese tortellini
1 cup frozen peas
1 tub (7.5 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese Spread
1 cup CLASSICO Tomato and Basil Pasta Sauce
2 Tbsp. milk
1 red pepper, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh basil
1/2 cup KRAFT Shredded Italian* Five Cheese with a TOUCH OF PHILADELPHIA

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in large saucepan as directed on package, omitting salt and adding peas to the boiling water for the last minute.
  • Drain pasta mixture, reserving 1/4 cup of the cooking water. Mix cream cheese spread, pasta sauce and milk in same saucepan until blended. Stir in peppers, Parmesan and basil. Add pasta mixture and reserved cooking water; mix lightly.
  • Spoon into 9-inch square baking dish sprayed with cooking spray; top with shredded cheese. Wrap tightly. Freeze up to 3 months. When ready to serve, refrigerate overnight to thaw.
  • Heat oven to 350ºF. Bake casserole, covered, 1 hour or until heated through, uncovering after 45 min.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 560 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 15 g

SUE'S SPICY TOMATO BASIL TORTELLINI



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A friend remarked about a similar baked tortellini dish at a restaurant, so I wanted to try re-creating it for her at home. My stovetop version makes it weeknight easy. -Cynthia Gerken, Naples, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package (19 ounces) frozen cheese tortellini
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 large onion, chopped
1 habanero pepper, seeded and finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, drained
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup shredded Italian cheese blend
1/3 cup chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain., Meanwhile, heat 1 Tbsp. oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add chicken, 1 tsp. Italian seasoning, salt and pepper; saute until meat is no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Remove from pan. , In the same pan, add onion, habanero pepper, garlic and the remaining Italian seasoning and oil; reduce heat to medium. Cook and stir until onion is tender, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes; cook and stir until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes. Stir in cream; bring to a boil. Add tortellini, chicken and cheese; heat through. Top with basil to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 488 calories, Fat 31g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 126mg cholesterol, Sodium 575mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

TORTELLINI WITH BASIL-CREAM SAUCE



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A great blend of tomato, cream, and basil makes biting into the already wonderful cheese tortellini that much more enjoyable.

Provided by GhostEXE

Categories     Tortellini

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ¼ pounds cheese tortellini
1 (16 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
1 cup chopped fresh parsley, divided
5 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1 ½ tablespoons dried basil
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cube chicken bouillon
¼ cup olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • 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, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain and keep warm.
  • Blend tomatoes, 1/4 cup parsley, 4 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, basil, pepper, and bouillon in a food processor until smooth. Set aside.
  • Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir garlic until softened and fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in tomato-basil blend. Add salt; reduce heat to medium-low and let simmer 5 minutes. Pour in heavy cream; bring to a slow boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat and let sauce simmer until thickened, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Pour sauce blend over cooked tortellini. Top with remaining 3/4 cup parsley and 1 tablespoon Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 551 calories, Carbohydrate 48.5 g, Cholesterol 99 mg, Fat 33.2 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 16.5 g, SaturatedFat 15.2 g, Sodium 826.3 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh basil. Fresh basil has a much more intense flavor than dried basil, and it will make your sauce taste amazing.
  • Don't overcook the tortellini. Tortellini should be cooked al dente, which means that it should be slightly firm to the bite. If you overcook it, it will become mushy and lose its flavor.
  • Use a good quality olive oil. Olive oil is the key to a flavorful sauce. Make sure to use a good quality extra virgin olive oil.
  • Don't be afraid to adjust the sauce to your taste. This recipe is a starting point, so feel free to add more or less cream, cheese, or basil to suit your taste.
  • Serve the tortellini immediately. This dish is best when served immediately, while the sauce is still hot and creamy.

Conclusion:

This tortellini with basil cream sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The creamy sauce is flavorful and rich, and the tortellini is cooked perfectly al dente. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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