Description
Quick and easy Tortellini Party Snacks that are perfect for any casual gathering, ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package Tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup Marinara Sauce
- 2 tablespoons Butter (or olive oil)
- 1 teaspoon Chili Flakes (Optional)
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese (grated)
- 2 tablespoons Minced Italian Parsley (Optional)
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot and add a pinch of salt.
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions until they float to the top.
- Drain the tortellini using a colander, reserving a cup of pasta water.
- Sauté butter (or olive oil) in the same pot over medium heat, adding chili flakes if desired.
- Combine the drained tortellini with the butter, adding reserved pasta water if needed.
- Cheese the tortellini by sprinkling parmesan over and tossing until melted.
- Garnish with minced parsley for freshness.
- Serve with marinara sauce on the side for dipping.
Notes
For a heartier dish, consider adding grilled chicken or Italian sausage. Experiment with different pasta shapes and sauces.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Boiling and Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Tortellini, Snacks, Quick Recipe, Italian Cuisine, Party Food, Easy Cooking