Garlic Alfredo Tortellini

It's been awhile, but I have been busy trying out new recipes. Unfortunately, I keep forgetting to take pictures. My most recent one was the Christmas girls party that I had at my house. Every finger food was a new recipe. I will have to make again to get some pictures!

Last night Kyle was home and I wanted to make him a new recipe, but I also was craving Tortellini.

Thanks to Damn Delicious for this great & easy recipe.  

The sauce

Ingredients:

1 package Tortellini (I choose Cheese & Prosciutto) 

2 Tbsp. unsalted butter

3 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes

2 Tbsp. all purpose flour

1 cup milk

1/2 cup half and half

2 oz. cream cheese, cubed

1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

salt and pepper to taste

2 Tbsp. chopped parsley

What To Do:

• In a large pot of boiling water, cook Tortellini according to package directions
• In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat
• Add in garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute
• Whisk in flour until lightly browned
• Gradually whisk in milk and half and half (constantly) until sauce lightly thickens
• Stir in cream cheese and Parmesan cheese until melted
• *If sauce is too thick, you can add a little bit of milk to make it thinner
• When all cheese is melted, add in tortellini and toss until coated
• Top with parsley & serve