Barilla^® Tortellini with Spicy Vodka Sauce

Name: Barilla® Tortellini with Spicy Vodka Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 1 Package Barilla® Tortellini Pasta; 4 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil; ½ Cup Yellow Onion, Small Dice; 2 Cloves garlic, minced; ½ Cup tomato paste; 1 Teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper; ¼ Cup Vodka; 2 Cups heavy cream; ½ Cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, grated; 1 Tablespoon Parsley, Chopped; To Taste Sea Salt & Black Pepper

30 minutes

Weeknight Weekend Gatherings Extra Virgin Olive Oil Garlic Tomatoes Dairy/Cream Cheese No Meat Classic Blue Box Filled

This creamy tortellini with vodka sauce recipe is a comforting dish with a rich, velvety texture and bold tomato flavor. Sautéed garlic and onion build an aromatic base, while tomato paste and a touch of crushed red pepper add depth and gentle heat. A splash of vodka enhances the sauce, bringing balance to the cream and intensifying the overall flavor. Tossed with savory Barilla^® Tortellini and finished with Parmigiano Reggiano and fresh parsley, each bite is smooth, satisfying, and full of character.

Ingredients

6 servings

1Package Barilla^® Tortellini Pasta

4tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil

½Cup Yellow Onion, Small Dice

2Cloves garlic, minced

½Cup tomato paste

1Teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper

¼Cup Vodka

2Cups heavy cream

½Cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, grated

1Tablespoon Parsley, Chopped

To TasteSea Salt & Black 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

Meanwhile, in a skillet over medium heat add olive oil, onion, garlic, and crushed red pepper. Cook 2-3 minutes, then add tomato paste cooking an additional 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add vodka and reduce by half.

Step 4

Add cream, salt, and pepper and bring the sauce to a boil. Then add drained pasta and toss with the sauce for one minute. Top with cheese and parsley before serving.

Three Cheese Tortellini

Barilla^® Three Cheese Tortellini is crafted with sheets of delicate egg pasta, then filled with a perfectly balanced blend of three flavorful cheeses— Ricotta, Emmentaler (also known as Swiss), and Italian cheese. When these three distinctive flavors are combined, they create a delightful cheese tortellini inspired by traditional Italian cuisine. Our filled pasta shapes are perfect for easy weeknight meals with a hearty pasta sauce or featured in a simple pasta salad or soup.

Shape

Tortellini

Range

Classic Blue Box

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