Tortellini Carbonara with a creamy twist
Ingredients Needed
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2 tablespoons butter
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½ pound cooked ham, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
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4 cups half-and-half
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1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
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¼ cup onion, chopped
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1 ½ cups frozen green peas
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9 ounces fresh cheese-filled tortellini
Step-by-Step Instructions
In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add the onion and ham, and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the onion becomes soft and translucent.
Slowly pour in half-and-half and cheese, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens and begins to bubble. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then remove from heat and set aside.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the tortellini and cook until tender, following the package instructions. In the last minute of cooking, add the peas to the pot. Drain and mix with the ham and sauce mixture.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| 583 | Calories |
| 39g | Fat |
| 34g | Carbs |
| 27g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 5 | |
| Calories 583 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 39g | 50% |
| Saturated Fat 22g | 111% |
| Cholesterol 133mg | 44% |
| Sodium 1169mg | 51% |
| Total Carbohydrate 34g | 12% |
| Dietary Fiber 4g | 13% |
| Total Sugars 4g | |
| Protein 27g | 54% |
| Vitamin C 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium 456mg | 35% |
| Iron 2mg | 10% |
| Potassium 497mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
Evaluation :
5/5