Tortellini alla Panna is a delicious, easy dinner that can be ready in just 30 minutes. It's a creamy pasta dish with peas and ham that can easily become a family favorite. Quick to make, it's perfect for busy nights.
In a large pan, drizzle some olive oil and sautè on medium-high heat the minced onion, frozen peas and ham for 2-3 minutes until the onions start to soften.
Turn down the heat and add the heavy cream. Simmer for about 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.
Meanwhile, toss the tortellini in a large pot of salted boiling water and cook according to the package instructions.
Drain the cooked tortellini and add them to the pan with the sauce, sautè for a minute to let them absorb the sauce. If the cream is still liquid, turn the heat to high for a couple of minutes.
Add the Parmesan cheese to the sauce and toss to combine. Serve immediately.
Notes
If your sauce is too thin, you can thicken it by adding a slurry. Mix a tablespoon of cornstarch with a tablespoon of cold water and then add it to the sauce. Cook the sauce for a few minutes until it thickens.