Description
Baked Cheese Tortellini in Vodka Sauce offers an irresistible flavor that combines the creamy richness of vodka sauce with cheesy tortellini, making it perfect for a quick and satisfying meal or a comforting family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz cheese tortellini
- 1/2 cup vodka
- 1 cup creamy sauce
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large pan, heat olive oil and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add vodka and let it simmer for a few minutes.
- Stir in the creamy sauce and bring to a gentle boil.
- Add the cooked tortellini and mix well until coated in the sauce.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with parmesan cheese and basil.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Notes
For a richer flavor, let the vodka sauce simmer longer before combining with tortellini.
Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
Serve with a side of garlic bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
