Cheesy Tortellini with Mushrooms

Simple, yet so delicious, this Cheesy Tortellini with Mushrooms makes a quick and filling dinner for the entire family to enjoy! 

This is one of those recipes that requires minimum time, effort, and ingredients, yet yields wonderful results. Creamy, flavorful mushrooms mixed with cheese tortellini and topped with more cheese… Yes, please!

I cook with mushrooms quite often. They make a perfect meat substitute and add so much flavor to dishes. If you are also a mushroom fan, check out my most popular mushroom recipes – Vegetarian Meatballs and Potato Gnocchi with Mushrooms and Feta.

I prefer using cheese tortellini in the recipe I am sharing with you today, but I think the chicken or spinach kind will work just as well. Let’s get to work and start cooking this Cheesy Tortellini with Mushrooms!

You’ll need:

• 1  (20 oz.) package of cheese tortellini
• 1 lb. of baby bella or crimini mushrooms, sliced
• 2 tbsp. of butter
• 3/4 cup of heavy cream
• 1 1/2 cup of shredded Mexican cheese blend
• 1/2 tsp. of dried thyme
• salt, to taste
• chopped parsley, to garnish

1. Cook the tortellini according to the package instructions. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.

2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the mushrooms in butter on a high heat for about 10 minutes, until the liquid completely evaporates and the mushrooms start to brown slightly.

3. Reduce the heat to low. Add the heavy cream, thyme, and salt and bring to a boil. Add the tortellini and mix together well.

4. Sprinkle the cheese evenly on top. Cover with a tight lid and cook for an additional 5 minutes, until the cheese melts.

5. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve immediately.

I enjoy this cheesy tortellini with a garden salad and a glass of wine on the side. What would you serve it with?

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Cheesy Tortellini with Mushrooms

Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time

20 mins

Total Time

30 mins

 

Simple, yet so delicious, this Cheesy Tortellini with Mushrooms makes a quick and filling dinner for the entire family to enjoy!

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 633 kcal

Ingredients

• 20 oz. cheese tortellini
• 1 lb. baby bella or crimini mushrooms, sliced
• 2 tbsp. butter
• 3/4 cup heavy cream
• 1 1/2 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
• 1/2 tsp. dried thyme
• salt to taste
• chopped parsley to garnish

Instructions

1. Cook the tortellini according to the package instructions. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.
2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the mushrooms in butter on a high heat for about 10 minutes, until the liquid completely evaporates and the mushrooms start to brown slightly.
3. Reduce the heat to low. Add the heavy cream, thyme, and salt and bring to a boil. Add the tortellini and mix together well.
4. Sprinkle the cheese evenly on top. Cover with a tight lid and cook for an additional 5 minutes, until the cheese melts.
5. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve immediately.

Recipe Notes

Nutrition Facts

Cheesy Tortellini with Mushrooms

Amount Per Serving

Calories 633 Calories from Fat 468

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 52g 80%

Saturated Fat 30g 150%

Polyunsaturated Fat 1g

Monounsaturated Fat 6g

Cholesterol 187mg 62%

Sodium 1183mg 49%

Potassium 35mg 1%

Total Carbohydrates 73g 24%

Dietary Fiber 5g 20%

Sugars 3g

Protein 46g 92%

Vitamin A 19%

Vitamin C 0.4%

Calcium 16%

Iron 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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