This Roasted Red Pepper Cheese Tortellini is a creamy, flavourful dish that’s perfect for a cozy dinner. The smooth, roasted red pepper sauce brings a rich and slightly smoky taste, while the blend of Italian herbs like basil and oregano adds depth. With fresh mushrooms and tender cheese tortellini, this meal is both hearty and satisfying. It’s an easy, one-pot recipe that combines bold flavours with the comfort of pasta—perfect for a weeknight dinner or entertaining guests!
Roasted Red Pepper Cheese Tortellini
Ingredients:
- 2 (16oz) jars roasted red peppers
- 2 (14.5oz) cans chicken broth
- 1 (8oz) package sliced fresh mushrooms
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 (9oz) packages fresh cheese tortellini, uncooked
Directions:
- Place roasted red peppers in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
- In a large saucepan, mix roasted red peppers, chicken broth, and mushrooms. Season with basil, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a boil. Stir in tortellini, and continue cooking 8 to 10 minutes, or until pasta is al dente.
Serves 4
Estimated Nutrition per Serving (recipe serves 4): 340 Calories; 14g Protein; 8g Fat; 50g Carbs
