Pesto Pepper Tortellini Recipe

Recipesfull introduces to you: Italian Recipes. (Pesto Pepper Tortellini Recipe). This is a delicious, creamy, tasty pasta, perfect for entertaining! The walnuts are optional - I've never used them and it STILL tastes amazing!

Brief

Servings: 4

Yield: 2 to 3 servings

Pesto Pepper Tortellini Recipe

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

Parmesan Focaccia Bread

World Cuisine

Directions

Step 1

Prepare tortellini according to package directions.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

Drain tortellini add to sauce and toss to coat. Serve with your favorite garnish.

Nutritional Information

Pesto Pepper Tortellini Recipe

Servings Per Recipe:4

Calories: 946.8

% Daily Value *

Protein: 17.3g 35%

Carbohydrates: 47.6g 15%

Dietary Fiber: 3g 12%

Sugars: 1.8g

Fat: 78.7g 121%

Saturated Fat: 47.5g 238%

Cholesterol: 255.2mg 85%

Vitamin A Iu: 3523.7IU 71%

Niacin Equivalents: 1.1mg 9%

Vitamin B6: 0.1mg 9%

Vitamin C: 16.9mg 28%

Folate: 18.7mcg 5%

Calcium: 265.7mg 27%

Iron: 2.5mg 14%

Magnesium: 22mg 8%

Potassium: 179.6mg 5%

Sodium: 542.6mg 22%

Thiamin: 0.1mg 6%

Calories From Fat: 708.2

*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.