Effortless Garlic Parmesan Tortellini (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Cheese Pasta

01 - 567 g chilled tortellini

→ Garlicky Cream Sauce

02 - 28 g unsalted butter
03 - 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
04 - 16 g plain flour
05 - 240 ml skim milk
06 - 240 ml rich cream
07 - 50 g Parmesan, grated fresh

→ Final Touch

08 - Salt as needed
09 - Black pepper, sprinkle as you like
10 - Parsley, freshly chopped for topping

# Instructions:

01 - Scoop the saucy tortellini into bowls. Toss some chopped parsley over it and enjoy while it's still hot.
02 - Taste and season your sauce however you like. Add in all that drained tortellini and toss it well so every piece is covered with sauce.
03 - Take the pan off the heat. Slowly add in the Parmesan, stirring till it's melted and creamy. Too thick? A bit more milk or cheese will loosen it.
04 - Start pouring in the milk and cream a bit at a time, stirring all along. Do this for about 3 to 4 minutes till it thickens up.
05 - Melt your butter in a frying pan. Throw in garlic, give it a quick stir for thirty seconds just till you can smell it. Stir in flour and keep going for 2 minutes—it should start turning a little golden.
06 - Set a big pot of salted water on high and let it come to a boil. Drop in your tortellini and cook them as the package says. Drain them well and keep aside.

# Notes:

01 - If you want it thicker, try mixing in a bit of cream cheese or stir in a cornstarch mix slowly. Splash in some pasta water while whisking—it'll help you get the texture just right.