tortellini with peas and prosciutto

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Grapeview, WA
Updated on Nov 9, 2015

I'm not sure where I found this recipe, but it sounds good.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Stove Top
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 15 ounces cheese tortellini
  • 1 1/2 cups whipping cream
  • pinch freshly grated nutmeg
  • 6 tablespoons parmesan, freshly grated
  • 3/4 cup frozen peas, thawed and drained
  • 1 1/2 ounces prosciutto
  • - salt and pepper, to taste

How To Make tortellini with peas and prosciutto

  • Step 1
    Cook tortellini in large pot of boiling salted water until barely tender, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Drain thoroughly.
  • Step 2
    Meanwhile, bring cream to boil in heavy large saucepan. Reduce heat. Add nutmeg and simmer until slightly thickened, about 8 minutes.
  • Step 3
    Return tortellini to pot. Add warm cream, Parmesan, peas and prosciutto. Simmer over low heat until tortellini are tender and sauce thickens, stirring occasionally, about 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Step 4
    Divide among four warm bowls and serve.

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Category: Pasta
Culture: Italian
Ingredient: Pasta
Method: Stove Top

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