Description
A creamy and spicy pasta dish that combines cheese tortellini with Alfredo sauce and Cajun seasoning.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package cheese tortellini
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Optional proteins (like chicken or shrimp)
- Optional veggies (like bell peppers or spinach)
Instructions
- Cook the cheese tortellini in boiling water according to package instructions, about 3-5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add Parmesan cheese and Cajun seasoning, stirring until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens.
- Combine the cooked tortellini with the sauce and mix in any proteins or veggies you desire.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm garnished with extra Parmesan and Cajun seasoning if desired.
Notes
For a lighter sauce, replace some of the heavy cream with milk. Adjust Cajun seasoning according to spice preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Cajun, Alfredo, Tortellini, Pasta, Comfort Food