Pesto Pepper Tortellini

Name: Pesto Pepper Tortellini
Ingredients: 19 ounces cheese tortellini; 0.5 cup julienned red bell pepper; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 0.5 cup butter; 2 cups heavy whipping cream; 0.25 cup ground walnuts; 2 teaspoons dried basil; 1 tablespoon thinly sliced green onion

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This is a delicious, creamy, tasty pasta, perfect for entertaining! The walnuts are optional - I've never used them and it STILL tastes amazing!

Recipe by Julie

Updated on July 14, 2022

2

Servings:

4

Yield:

2 to 3 servings

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Ingredients

19 ounces cheese tortellini
½ cup julienned red bell pepper
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup butter
2 cups heavy whipping cream
¼ cup ground walnuts
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 tablespoon thinly sliced green onion

Directions

Prepare tortellini according to package directions.
Meanwhile, in a skillet, saute red pepper and garlic in butter or margarine until pepper is crisp and tender. Stir in cream and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until slightly thickened. Add walnuts, basil and onion and heat through.
Drain tortellini, add to sauce and toss to coat. Serve with your favorite garnish.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

947	Calories
79g	Fat
48g	Carbs
17g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 947
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 79g	101%
Saturated Fat 48g	238%
Cholesterol 255mg	85%
Sodium 543mg	24%
Total Carbohydrate 48g	17%
Dietary Fiber 3g	11%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 17g
Vitamin C 17mg	85%
Calcium 266mg	20%
Iron 3mg	14%
Potassium 180mg	4%

* 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.