Ingredients
-
300 g (about 10 oz) cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
-
1 tbsp olive oil
-
2 garlic cloves, minced
-
1 small shallot, finely chopped
-
¾ cup tomato passata or crushed tomatoes
-
½ cup heavy cream
-
¼ cup grated parmesan
-
1–2 tbsp Gino’s Hot Honey 🔥
-
Salt & freshly cracked black pepper
-
Optional: chili flakes or a splash of dry rosé wine
-
Fresh basil or parsley, to finish
Instructions
Cook the tortellini:
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook tortellini according to package instructions.
Drain and set aside.
Sauté the aromatics:
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add garlic and shallot and sauté until soft and fragrant.
Build the base:
Stir in tomato passata and simmer for about 5 minutes.
(Optional: deglaze with a splash of dry rosé wine for extra depth.)
Create the rosé sauce:
Pour in the heavy cream and stir until the sauce turns a soft pink.
Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
Add the heat:
Mix in Gino’s Hot Honey, starting with 1 tbsp and adjusting to taste.
Add chili flakes if using.
Finish the sauce:
Stir in parmesan and season with salt and pepper.
Toss & serve:
Add cooked tortellini to the sauce and toss until well coated.
Garnish with fresh herbs and finish with a final drizzle of Gino’s Hot Honey 🍝🌶️✨