Cheese Tortellini With Basil Cream Sauce - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 shallots, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon flour
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup white wine
1 1/4 cups cream
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
2/3 ounce fresh basil, chopped, plus
2 -3 fresh basil leaves, for garnish
18 ounces fresh cheese-filled tortellini, cooked and drained

Preparation

In a medium saucepan, saute shallots and garlic in butter until softened.
Add flour; cook and stir one minute.
Stir in wine; cook one minute more.
Slowly add cream, mixing until smooth. Add cheese; cook over medium heat until smooth and thick.
Add fresh basil; mix well and pour over hot, cooked tortellini.
Garnish with basil leaves.