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Pesto Pepper Tortellini

SUBMITTED BY: Julie PHOTO BY: Dennis

"This is a delicious, creamy, tasty pasta, perfect for entertaining! The walnuts are optional - I've never used them and it STILL tastes amazing!"

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 19 ounces cheese tortellini
  • 1/2 cup julienned red bell pepper
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup ground walnuts
  • 2 teaspoons dried basil
  • 1 tablespoon thinly sliced green onion

DIRECTIONS

  1. Prepare tortellini according to package directions.
  2. Meanwhile, in a skillet, saute red pepper and garlic in butter or margarine until pepper is crisp and tender. Stir in cream and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until slightly thickened. Add walnuts, basil and onion and heat through.
  3. Drain tortellini, add to sauce and toss to coat. Serve with your favorite garnish.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 23, 2003 by DREGINEK
Although this recipe is similar to so many others that I have tried from this site, there was... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 15, 2003 by 2RSMITHS
Yum! I sautéed mushrooms with the garlic (in olive oil instead of butter). I also used just... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 15, 2006 by Breezy
I followed the recipe exactly, minus the walnuts. I served sliced Italian sausage on the side,... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 19, 2004 by Mary
This was good. I've made it a couple of times already. My only complaint is the sauce is a... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 29, 2002 by N1QU1TA
This was wonderful. I left out the walnuts and I only had half and half. I also used... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 29, 2007 by Proclaimthename
This turned out very nicely, although I did make a couple moderations. I used both red and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 11, 2007 by MCANDEE
Very good the first night, but the sauce separated when reheated for lunch... MORE


 
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Nutritional Information
Pesto Pepper Tortellini

Servings Per Recipe: 4

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 946

  • Total Fat: 78.7g
  • Cholesterol: 256mg
  • Sodium: 613mg
  • Total Carbs: 47.6g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 17.3g

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