Description
Indulge in the comforting embrace of Tempting Creamy Crockpot Tortellini Alfredo, a rich and velvety dish that requires minimal effort and delivers maximum flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe combines tender tortellini with a homemade Alfredo sauce made from scratch. Simply toss your ingredients into the crockpot, set it, and enjoy a creamy, satisfying meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (16 oz) package fresh or frozen cheese tortellini
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter (divided)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients. If using frozen tortellini, no need to thaw; add directly to the crockpot.
- In a small pan over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- In the crockpot, combine heavy cream, sautéed garlic, remaining cubed butter, Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning; stir until well blended.
- Gently fold in the tortellini ensuring they are evenly coated in the creamy mixture. Cover with lid.
- Cook on low heat for 2-3 hours or until tortellini is cooked through and tender; stir occasionally if possible.
- Once cooked, stir again before serving. Top with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
