Delicious Cheese Tortellini with Homemade Walnut Parsley Pesto

Indulge in the rich flavors of this cheese tortellini dish topped with a homemade walnut parsley pesto. The combination of creamy cheese-filled pasta and fresh, herbaceous pesto creates a mouthwatering taste experience. This recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion meal. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you'll have a gourmet dish ready to impress your friends and family.

Ingredients

• 1 package of cheese tortellini
• 1 cup walnuts
• 2 cups fresh parsley
• 2 cloves of garlic
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Cook the cheese tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a food processor, add walnuts, parsley, garlic, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Pulse until the mixture becomes a coarse paste.
3. While the food processor is running, slowly stream in the olive oil until the pesto reaches the desired consistency.
4. In a large bowl, combine the cooked tortellini with the walnut parsley pesto. Toss until the tortellini is evenly coated.
5. Serve the cheese tortellini with walnut parsley pesto hot, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and parsley if desired.

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