Tortellini Alfredo with Ham & Peas
This recipe will transport you to Italy! This sumptuous tortellini Alfredo features savory ham and vibrant peas! Elevate your pasta game with this decadent yet easy-to-make recipe that promises to tantalize your taste buds. The creamy Alfredo sauce coats tender tortellini filled with rich cheese, while chunks of flavorful ham and bursts of sweet peas add depth and texture to every forkful. Great for a cozy dinner at home or entertaining guests, this dish is sure to impress with its delicious blend of flavors and textures. I hope you try this tortellini Alfredo with ham and peas – a satisfying and elegant meal that will leave you craving more!
Ingredients
- 12- ounce package dried cheese tortellini you could also use frozen
- 1 C frozen peas defrosted
- 2 T unsalted butter
- 8 ounces of diced ham
- ¾ C low sodium chicken stock
- ¾ C heavy cream
- ½ C pecorino romano cheese grated
- 2 cloves garlic minced
Instructions
- Kosher salt to season your pasta water (copious amount, a good palmful)
- Cook your tortellini by the package directions, except take the tortellini out of the water 2 minutes before al dente. You want to finish cooking the tortellini in the sauce. I use a spider to fish out my tortellini. I reserve the pasta water in case you need to thicken your sauce.
- While the tortellini are cooking, add 2 T unsalted butter to a pre-heated skillet over medium high heat. Once melted add your ham and cook for 2-3 minutes, add your garlic, cook for an additional minute. Now add your chicken broth, heavy cream, pecorino romano, and peas. Add your tortellini when done and continue to cook for 2-3 minutes until sauce is thickened and tortellini is tender.