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A bowl of tortellini topped with parmesan cheese and a balsamic drizzle on a blue background.

Tortellini with Walnut Sage Butter

Tortellini in a sage and walnut butter sauce drizzled with balsamic and topped with Parmesan cheese.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Author: Hezzi-D

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. cheese tortellini
  • 1/4 c. balsamic vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha
  • 6 Tablespoons butter
  • 1/4 c. sage leaves chiffonade cut
  • 1 c. walnuts chopped
  • 1/2 c. pasta water
  • salt and pepper
  • 1/3 c. Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • Cook the tortellini according to the package direct. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water, and keep warm.
  • In a small saucepan combine the balsamic vinegar, honey, garlic, and Sriracha. Bring to a boil and cook for 5 minutes or until syrupy. Remove from heat.
  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium high heat.
  • Add in the sage and walnuts and cook for 3 minutes.
  • Add 1/2 cup of pasta water and cook for 2 minutes.
  • Sprinkle with salt and pepper and mix well.
  • Add the tortellini to the pan and toss to combine.
  • Divide the tortellini and sauce between 4 bowls. Drizzle with balsamic sauce and serve with Parmesan cheese.

Notes

Recipe adapted from Food Network Magazine, April 2019.