Tortellini with Porcini Mushroom Sauce

Health score
3%
Tortellini with Porcini Mushroom Sauce
20 min.
6
432kcal

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Indulge in the comforting flavors of Italy with our delightful Tortellini with Porcini Mushroom Sauce! This exquisite dish combines pillowy three-cheese tortellini and earthy, aromatic porcini mushrooms, all enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce that tantalizes the taste buds. Perfect for a cozy family lunch or a sophisticated dinner party, this recipe is not only quick to prepare, taking only 20 minutes, but also effortlessly elegant, making it ideal for serving up to six guests.

The pièce de résistance of this dish is the umami-rich porcini mushrooms, soaked to perfection and sautéed with fragrant shallots and fresh thyme. This blend of flavors creates a luxurious sauce that clings lovingly to the tortellini, while the finishing touch of freshly grated Parmesan cheese adds a delightful depth of savory goodness. Each bite transports you straight to the rolling hills of Italy, where food is not just fuel but a celebration of life.

Whether you are searching for a delectable side dish or a hearty main course, this Tortellini with Porcini Mushroom Sauce promises to impress. Gather your loved ones, savor the moment, and let the flavors of this exquisite meal fill your heart with joy. Bon Appétit!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter ()
  • 16 ounce three-cheese tortellini dried (such as Barilla)
  • ounce porcini mushrooms dried
  • teaspoons thyme leaves fresh divided chopped
  • 0.8 cup parmesan cheese divided freshly grated
  • cup shallots sliced
  • 0.5 cup whipping cream 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • pot

Directions

  1. Place porcini mushrooms in 2-cup measuringcup; add enough hot water to measure 2cups.
  2. Let stand until mushrooms are soft,about 20 minutes.
  3. Drain mushrooms,reserving soaking liquid. Coarsely chopporcini mushrooms.
  4. Cook tortellini in large pot of boilingsalted water until just tender but still firm tobite, stirring occasionally.
  5. Meanwhile, melt butter in large skilletover medium-high heat.
  6. Add shallots; sautéeuntil golden and tender, about 4 minutes.
  7. Addmushrooms and 3 teaspoons thyme; sauté2 minutes. Stir in 1 cup mushroom soakingliquid and cream; boil until thickened to lightsauce consistency, about 3 minutes. Seasonto taste with salt and pepper.
  8. Drain tortellini; return to same pot.
  9. Addmushroom mixture and toss to coat. Stir in1/2 cup cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
  10. Transfer tortellini to bowl; sprinkle with 1/4cup cheese and 1 teaspoon thyme.
  11. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories432kcal
Protein15.68%
Fat42.96%
Carbs41.36%

Properties

Glycemic Index
29.17
Glycemic Load
16.64
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
8.8634781889294%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.6mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:432.35kcal
21.62%
Fat:20.98g
32.28%
Saturated Fat:11.04g
68.99%
Carbohydrates:45.44g
15.15%
Net Carbohydrates:40.57g
14.75%
Sugar:5.92g
6.57%
Cholesterol:72.05mg
24.02%
Sodium:587.68mg
25.55%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:17.23g
34.46%
Calcium:252.19mg
25.22%
Fiber:4.86g
19.46%
Iron:2.79mg
15.51%
Copper:0.29mg
14.67%
Phosphorus:130.84mg
13.08%
Vitamin B5:1.25mg
12.5%
Vitamin A:581.22IU
11.62%
Selenium:7.67µg
10.95%
Manganese:0.2mg
10.22%
Vitamin B6:0.2mg
10.17%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.19%
Zinc:1.14mg
7.58%
Potassium:255.26mg
7.29%
Vitamin C:5.57mg
6.76%
Folate:23.39µg
5.85%
Magnesium:22.51mg
5.63%
Vitamin B3:0.79mg
3.97%
Vitamin D:0.56µg
3.76%
Vitamin B12:0.21µg
3.47%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.07%
Vitamin E:0.37mg
2.47%
Vitamin K:1.49µg
1.42%
Source:Epicurious