Prosciutto Tortellini alla Vodka

This Prosciutto Tortellini alla Vodka is an indulgent, flavor-packed pasta dish perfect for any occasion. Cheese-filled tortellini are coated in a creamy, tomato-rich vodka sauce and topped with crispy prosciutto. The sauce combines garlic, butter, tomato paste, vodka, and cream to create a rich base, finished with Parmesan for added depth. This recipe is as easy as it is impressive—sure to be a favorite on your dinner rotation.

Author: These Carbs Don't Count

Category: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Difficulty: MEDIUM

Prep. Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Servings: 2 bowls

Calories: 1,055 kcal per serving

Ingredients

10 oz packages - cheese tortellini
5 slices - prosciutto
1 tablespoon - olive oil
2 tablespoon - unsalted butter
2 cloves - garlic
3 tablespoon - tomato paste
1 shot - vodka
1 cup - heavy cream
⅛ - Salt
⅛ - Black pepper
½ cup - Parmesan cheese
¼ cup - reserved pasta water

Instructions

Cook tortellini in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water and drain.
In a skillet over medium heat, add a drizzle of olive oil and cook chopped prosciutto until crispy. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt butter with a dash of olive oil. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1–2 minutes until it deepens in color.
Add vodka and stir. Simmer for about 7 minutes to allow the alcohol to cook off.
Pour in heavy cream and stir to combine. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Add cooked tortellini and a splash of reserved pasta water. Stir in Parmesan and return crispy prosciutto to the pan.
Cook for another 2–3 minutes until sauce is creamy and coats the pasta.
Serve warm topped with extra Parmesan cheese.