Description
Cheese Tortellini with Sage & Mushrooms is a quick and comforting vegetarian dish that combines tender cheese-filled tortellini with earthy sautéed mushrooms and fragrant crispy sage leaves. Ready in under 30 minutes, it offers a savory, indulgent meal perfect for cozy dinners any night of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 12 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 8 oz fresh mushrooms (cremini or white button), sliced
- 10–12 fresh sage leaves
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving
Instructions
- Cook the Tortellini: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the cheese tortellini according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a small cup of pasta water for later.
- Sauté the Mushrooms: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add sliced mushrooms and sauté until they release their moisture and start to brown, about 5-7 minutes. Season lightly with salt and pepper to enhance their natural flavor.
- Crisp the Sage: Lower the heat to medium and add butter to the pan. Once melted, add fresh sage leaves. Let them crisp up for 1-2 minutes without stirring too much, so they become fragrant and golden.
- Add Garlic and Combine: Stir in minced garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds until aromatic but not burnt. Add the cooked tortellini back to the pan, tossing gently to coat in the sage butter and mushroom mixture. If it seems dry, add a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce.
- Serve and Garnish: Plate the tortellini and sprinkle generously with freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Add a few crisp sage leaves on top for a beautiful presentation and extra flavor.
Notes
- Use fresh sage for better aroma and texture than dried.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan; sauté mushrooms in a single layer for even browning.
- Reserve pasta water; its starch helps create a light sauce.
- Opt for fresh or high-quality frozen tortellini for best taste and texture.
- Serve immediately for optimal flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg