Barilla® Tortellini "Mac & Cheese" with Italian Cheeses
Barilla® Tortellini "Mac & Cheese" with Italian Cheeses
30 minutes total
- Cheese
- Classic Blue Box
- Dairy/Cream
- Easy
- Fall Recipes
- Filled
- Gatherings
- No Meat
- Under 30 Minutes
- Weekend
- Weeknight
- Winter Recipes
This tortellini mac and cheese is creamy, comforting, and perfect for both kids and adults. Barilla® Three Cheese Tortellini creates a flavorful and satisfying base. Asiago, fontina, and Parmigiano Reggiano melt into a smooth, cheesy sauce. A touch of onion adds depth without overpowering the dish. Finished with toasted breadcrumbs and parsley, it has a perfect balance of texture and flavor.
Macaroni & Cheese Recipes
Ingredients
Serves 6
| 1 | Package Barilla® Three Cheese Tortellini Pasta |
| 3 | Tablespoons Butter |
| 2 | Tablespoons Onion, Small Diced |
| 1 ½ | Cups Heavy Cream |
| ½ | Cup Asiago Cheese, Shredded |
| ¾ | Cup Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese, Grated |
| ½ | Cup Fontina Cheese, Shredded |
| 1 | Tablespoon Italian Parsley, Chopped |
| ½ | Cup Panko Breadcrumbs, Toasted with 1 Tablespoon Butter |
| To Taste | Salt & White Pepper |
Disclaimer
Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions.
Method
Step 1
Bring a large pot of water to boil and cook pasta according to package directions.
Step 2
In a medium sized skillet, melt butter and gently cook the onion for five minutes over medium heat, making sure it does not turn brown.
Step 3
Add cream and bring to a simmer. Whisk in the cheese, then season the sauce with salt and white pepper.
Step 4
Drain pasta and toss with the cheese sauce. Garnish with parsley and toasted breadcrumbs before serving.
Three Cheese Tortellini
Barilla® Three Cheese Tortellini is created with sheets of delicate egg pasta then filled with a perfectly balanced blend of three flavorful cheeses – sweet Swiss Emmentaler, light Ricotta, and Parmesan. When these three distinctive flavors are combined, they create a delightful cheese tortellini that captures the best of Italian cuisine. Our filled pasta shapes are perfect for delicious pasta dishes to help celebrate holidays or any special occasion.
Barilla pasta is made with non-GMO ingredients. For more information, please read our position.
- Shape Tortellini
- Cook time 10–11 mins
- Pack size 12 oz.
- Range Classic Blue Box