CREAMY PUMPKIN TORTELLINI

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My kids love the creamy, rich sauce on these tortellinis so much but they don't even know pumpkin is inside. Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best, nutty and delicious flavor. -Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 packages (9 ounces each) refrigerated cheese tortellini
1 tablespoon butter
3 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1 cup canned pumpkin
Pinch ground nutmeg
1 cup half-and-half cream
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
Additional grated or shredded Parmesan, optional

Steps:

  • Cook tortellini according to package directions; drain, reserving 1/2 cup cooking liquid. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until tender. Add pumpkin and nutmeg; cook and stir 1 minute. Stir in cream; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer, uncovered, 4-5 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; stir in cheese, salt and pepper., Add tortellini; toss with sauce, adding enough reserved pasta water to coat pasta. Sprinkle with parsley and, if desired, additional cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 363 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 610mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

keshav chaulagain
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This was a great recipe! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the tortellini was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Adokiye Rhema
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This dish was amazing! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the tortellini was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Azreer Gill
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious. The pumpkin flavor is subtle, but it really shines through in the creamy sauce. I always get compliments when I make this dish.


Bruno Messi
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This recipe was a hit! The creamy pumpkin sauce was delicious, and the tortellini was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Irfan Qasim
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I made this for my family and they loved it! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the tortellini was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Tr Tr
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This dish was delicious! The creamy pumpkin sauce was perfect for fall, and the tortellini was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Brittney Narx
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the tortellini was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Sysh Hwhw
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This was a great recipe! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the tortellini was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Tithi Bhottacharajo
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This dish was amazing! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the tortellini was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Mohammad Shahajada
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious. The pumpkin flavor is subtle, but it really shines through in the creamy sauce. I always get compliments when I make this dish.


Sanjik Qaytadi1
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This recipe was a hit! The creamy pumpkin sauce was delicious, and the tortellini was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


RenAnne J
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I made this for my family and they loved it! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the tortellini was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Nakoa Pyles
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This dish was delicious! The creamy pumpkin sauce was perfect for fall, and the tortellini was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Jon Islam
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the tortellini was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Kris Swan
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This was a great recipe! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the tortellini was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Eros Trade
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious. The pumpkin flavor is subtle, but it really shines through in the creamy sauce. I always get compliments when I make this dish.


esraa khamis
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This dish was so easy to make and it turned out amazing! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the tortellini was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Rapik rapik
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I made this last night and it was a hit! My husband and kids loved it. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the tortellini was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Jessica Close
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This pumpkin tortellini is a fall favorite in our house! The creamy sauce is so rich and flavorful, and the tortellini cooks perfectly. I love that this dish is easy to make, yet it always impresses my guests.