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Cheese Tortellini with Ham

Cheese Tortellini with Ham in a bowl
Cheese Tortellini with Ham is the ideal quick meal to share any time. Tender cheese tortellini and chunks of ham in a creamy cheese sauce is the perfect comfort food.  | A Wicked Whisk | https://www.awickedwhisk.com
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Serving Size 8

Ingredients

  • 2 tbl butter
  • 1/2 large onion , diced
  • 1 1/2 cup (12 oz) of ham, cubed
  • 4 cloves garlic , minced
  • 2 cup chicken stock
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 2 - 19 oz bags frozen tortellini
  • 8 oz heavy cream
  • 2 tbl sour cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 8 oz shredded Italian cheese mix
  • 1/8 cup chives or green onions , diced
  • 1 large squeeze of lemon

Instructions

  • Start by melting butter over medium heat in a large skillet
  • Add in the onion and saute until softened
  • Add in ham cubes and saute until lightly browned
  • Add in garlic and saute for 1 minute or until fragrant
  • Stir in chicken stock and increase heat to medium high. 
  • Add in both bags of frozen tortellini and bring back to a boil. Cover and let simmer 10-12 minutes or until past is al dente
  • Turn off heat and pour in cream, sour cream, spices, Parmesan cheese and shredded cheese.
  • Stir to combine and add squeeze of lemon.  Stir in chives or green onions right before serving
  • Serve immediately