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Tortellini with Pink Sauce
Instructions
1
Cook tortellini in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain the rest.
2
In a large pan over medium heat, melt butter and olive oil together.
3
Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 2–3 minutes until it deepens in color.
4
Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
5
Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well.
6
Add Parmesan, mozzarella, and chopped basil. Stir until cheeses are fully melted and sauce is smooth.
7
Add cooked tortellini and a splash of pasta water. Toss everything together and let it cook for a few minutes to thicken.
8
Top with extra Parmesan and basil before serving.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Caramelize Your Tomato Paste 🍅Cook the tomato paste in butter for 2-3 minutes until it deepens in color and loses its raw taste, creating a rich foundation that transforms the entire sauce's depth and complexity.
- Use Pasta Water as Liquid Gold 💧Reserve starchy pasta water and add it gradually to adjust sauce consistency—it emulsifies beautifully with cream and helps the sauce cling to tortellini while thickening naturally.
- Add Cream at the Right Temperature 🔥Reduce heat to low before pouring in heavy cream to prevent curdling; slowly incorporate it while stirring to create a silky, unified pink sauce rather than separated streaks.
- Layer Your Cheeses Strategically 🧀Stir in grated Parmesan off-heat after cream is added, then finish with mozzarella just before serving to prevent stringiness and maintain distinct, vibrant cheese flavors.
- Finish with Fresh Basil Last 🌿Tear fresh basil by hand (never cut with a knife) and fold it in during the final 30 seconds off-heat to preserve its delicate flavor and beautiful color.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Low Sugar
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