Best Basil Pesto With Tortellini Recipes

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PARMESAN-PESTO TORTELLINI



Parmesan-Pesto Tortellini image

Make perfect Parmesan-Pesto Tortellini in just 20 minutes with the help of some ready-made pasta. Add garlic, basil and olive oil to complete this entrée.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 pkg. (9 oz. each) frozen cheese tortellini
2 cups fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup KRAFT Refrigerated Coarsely Grated Parmesan Cheese
2 cloves garlic
1/2 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Cook tortellini as directed on package, omitting salt.
  • Meanwhile, process basil, cheese and garlic in food processor until well blended. With motor running, gradually add oil through feed tube at top, processing until well blended.
  • Drain tortellini; place in large bowl. Add pesto; mix lightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470, Fat 28 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Sodium 470 mg, Carbohydrate 40 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, Protein 15 g

30 MINUTE PESTO TORTELLINI RECIPE



30 Minute Pesto Tortellini Recipe image

Get dinner on the table in no time with this 30 minute toasted tortellini with pesto. It only requires 8 simple ingredients!

Provided by LifeMadeSimpleTeam

Categories     Main Course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (20 oz) pkg three cheese tortellini
12 oz cremini mushrooms (sliced)
3 tbsp salted butter
4 cloves garlic (minced)
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
1/4 cup basil pesto
1/4 cup fresh basil (julienned)
1/3 cup parmesan cheese (freshly grated)

Steps:

  • In a large pot of boiling water, cook the tortellini according to package's directions. Drain and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, as the tortellini is cooking, melt the butter in a large skillet set over medium-high heat.
  • Add the mushrooms and sauté for 4-5 minutes or until browned. Add the drained tortellini and cook until lightly toasted and browned around the edges. Add the garlic and cook just until fragrant.
  • Remove from the heat and stir in the pesto, basil and parmesan. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 6 serving, Calories 129 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 241 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g

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