Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Ham & Cheese Tortellini, a quick and easy dinner that promises to impress your family or guests. This creamy pasta dish combines cheese-filled tortellini with savory ham and fresh peas, enveloped in a rich, velvety sauce. With just 40 minutes from start to finish, it’s perfect for hectic weeknights or special occasions. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or use leftover ham to make it even more convenient. Serve it alongside a crisp salad or warm garlic bread for a well-rounded meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 19 oz cheese tortellini (frozen)
- 1 cup peas
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/4 cups fat-free milk
- 1/4 cup half-and-half cream
- 1 1/2 cups cubed fully cooked lean ham
- 4 oz fat-free cream cheese (cubed)
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1/2 cup grated Romano cheese
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, melt the butter; stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add milk and half-and-half, bringing it to a boil while stirring until thickened.
- Stir in cubed ham, peas, dried basil, garlic powder, and pepper until cream cheese melts into the mixture.
- Drain the cooked tortellini and combine it with the sauce in the skillet. Mix well and heat through before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg