Description
Baked Cheese Tortellini in Vodka Sauce is a delicious comfort food that combines rich flavors in a quick and simple recipe. With creamy vodka sauce and cheesy tortellini, it’s perfect for a quick dinner or a hearty meal at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup reserved pasta water, or substitution, listed below
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 shallot, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- kosher salt and pepper
- ½ cup tomato paste
- 3 tablespoons vodka, (i like tito’s)
- â…“ cup heavy cream
- â…“ cup finely grated parmesan cheese, plus more for topping
- 20 ounces refrigerated cheese tortellini, or any flavor you love
- 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
- fresh basil, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a medium pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced shallot and cook until softened.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add the kosher salt, pepper, and tomato paste; stir well to incorporate.
- Pour in the vodka and cook briefly until it reduces slightly.
- Mix in the heavy cream and grated parmesan cheese, stirring until smooth.
- In a large dish, combine the cooked cheese tortellini and vodka sauce. Gently fold to ensure the pasta is coated evenly.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with grated mozzarella cheese.
- Bake in the oven for about 20-25 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden, then serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
Feel free to add cooked vegetables or protein for extra flavor.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days.
For a lighter option, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg