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    Home » Mains

    Cheese Tortellini with Butter, Mushrooms, and Crispy Sage

    Published: Nov 2, 2018 / Updated: Aug 27, 2020 / 85 Comments

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    This easy sage butter pasta recipe transforms grocery store tortellini! Butter, mushrooms, crispy sage, and fresh parmesan take cheese tortellini from boring to gourmet.

    tortellini with sage butter sauce in a white bowl

    The butter sage sauce is totally delicious, and it's ready in about 10 minutes.  Crispy sage is quite trendy, but it's trendy because it tastes good. It only takes about a minute to make the sage crispy, and it really makes all the difference in the tortellini butter sauce.

    I wanted to add something other than sage and butter to this recipe, so I thought mushrooms would be the perfect choice. All you do is quickly sear them so they're lightly browned, and they complement the tortellini fabulously.

    close-up of tortellini with a mushroom, crispy sage, and butter sauce in a white bowl

    Pro tip: I use the kind of tortellini that's sold in the refrigerated section of grocery stores. You could definitely use frozen, just be mindful of cooking time (it may take a little longer to boil it). You could also use ravioli (even meat-filled ones), or plain pasta if you wish!

    Sometimes simple recipes are the best, and sage butter sauce is no exception.

    Other tortellini recipes you may like:

    • Chicken Tortellini Alfredo
    • Italian Sausage Tortellini Soup
    • Tomato Tortellini Soup
    • Spinach Tortellini Salad
    • Instant Pot Chicken Tortellini Soup

    sage butter pasta recipe with mushrooms, parmesan cheese, and crispy sage in a white bowl

    I hope you will enjoy this tortellini with fresh sage butter recipe.

    Questions? Let me know in the comments!

    Tortellini with sage butter sauce - an easy way to take store bought cheese tortellini from bland to grand! A gourmet meal in less than 30 minutes!

    Cheese Tortellini with Butter, Mushrooms, and Crispy Sage

    This easy sage butter pasta recipe transforms grocery store tortellini! Butter, mushrooms, crispy sage, and fresh parmesan take cheese tortellini from boring to gourmet.
    4.92 from 25 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4
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    Ingredients
     

    • 1 (20 ounce) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
    • 1 tablespoon fresh sage chopped
    • 7 ounces cremini mushrooms sliced
    • 3 tablespoons butter divided
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 clove garlic minced
    • 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
    • Salt & pepper to taste

    Instructions
     

    • Boil water for the tortellini and cook it according to package instructions.
    • Meanwhile, prep the mushrooms and the sage.
    • When the tortellini is about 6-7 minutes from being ready (so a bit before you add it to the boiling water), add 1 tbsp of the butter and the olive oil to a skillet over medium-high heat. When the pan is hot, add the sage. Cook it for about a minute until it crisps up. Take it out of the pan and set aside.
    • Add the mushrooms, garlic, and another tablespoon of the butter to the pan. Sauté for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until the mushrooms are nicely browned. 
    • Add the drained tortellini, remaining butter, parmesan cheese, and sage to the pan. Toss until everything's nicely coated. Season with salt & pepper as needed. Serve immediately. 

    Notes

    • This recipe makes 3-4 servings. It is pretty rich, so I'd serve 4 but ensure there's other stuff to eat with it like a salad, or you could make 2 large portions.
    Keyword sage butter pasta
    Author Natasha Bull
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    1. Mimi says

      January 2, 2023 at 12:42 PM

      Made this last night. Family absolutely loved this recipe. Had a nutty/woodsy taste. Fabulous. Thank you so much for this recipe, will certainly make this again. Easy for weeknight meal.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        January 2, 2023 at 4:20 PM

        You're very welcome!! So glad you liked it! 😀

        Reply
    2. Crissy says

      August 3, 2022 at 5:15 PM

      5 stars
      This was amazing! Such a simple but super flavorful dish! I added crushed red pepper. Will make again for sure!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        August 3, 2022 at 6:18 PM

        Wonderful!! 🙂 Thanks for your review!

        Reply
    3. Renee says

      June 30, 2022 at 4:37 PM

      5 stars
      So simple, fresh and delicious! I added some fresh baby spinach and will definitely make this again. Thank you for a great recipe!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        June 30, 2022 at 5:42 PM

        Awesome!! You're welcome, Renee!

        Reply
    4. Shelby Green says

      January 1, 2022 at 8:01 PM

      Whipped this up as a quick meat-free meal tonight! I added in some spinach that need to be used soon and some fresh grated wine cheese! It turned out beautifully, I will definitely be adding this recipe to my go-to meatless meals.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        January 1, 2022 at 10:35 PM

        Wonderful!! 🙂

        Reply
    5. Mona Todras says

      June 26, 2021 at 9:50 AM

      5 stars
      Great recipe!!! Wondering if more cheese could be added. Like mozzarella or some other cheese besides and including the Parmesan?

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        June 26, 2021 at 10:25 AM

        Sure! You could always sprinkle some mozza on top and then melt it under the broiler in the oven right at the end (make sure you're using an oven-proof skillet).

        Reply
    6. B Johnson says

      June 16, 2021 at 5:38 AM

      4 stars
      Would never have thought to use sage in a pasta dish. I used a 12 oz bag of dry tortellini and tossed in a little bit of leftover chicken. Next time I will double the sage for more flavor and perhaps add in some roasted red peppers for eye appeal. But, dish is very good as is. Thank you for the recipe!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        June 16, 2021 at 9:20 AM

        I'm so glad you enjoyed it!!

        Reply
    7. Stacey says

      April 19, 2021 at 9:21 AM

      5 stars
      One of my new favorite recipes. delicious and I had never used Sage before. Will try it in other recipes now.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        April 19, 2021 at 11:56 AM

        That's great to hear!! I'm so glad you liked it and got to try out sage. Definitely an underutilized herb... I don't use it often either, but it's always such a nice change.

        Reply
    8. Tabitha buechele says

      January 31, 2021 at 4:38 PM

      5 stars
      I didn’t have fresh sage so I used 1tbsp ground sage, 1lb italian sausage, and roasted red bell peppers along with mushrooms. Added a little red wine to deglaze the pan after veggies were sautéed, a tbsp sour cream before adding pasta in. It was so delicious!!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        February 1, 2021 at 10:01 AM

        Delish!! 🙂

        Reply
    9. Tiara says

      October 30, 2020 at 6:27 PM

      5 stars
      This was AMAZING!! I added roasted red peppers (no salt or pepper) and a bit more than a tablespoon Of butter per step but it was perfection. Served with blackened broiled salmon and a salad on the side! Adding to my rotation immediately!!! Thank you!!!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        October 30, 2020 at 7:58 PM

        So glad you liked it!! 🙂

        Reply
    10. Diane mills says

      September 12, 2020 at 5:14 PM

      5 stars
      This was so simple and restaurant worthy ! I will be making it again . I have never used sage before this shame on me

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        September 13, 2020 at 10:07 AM

        Awesome!! I'm so glad you enjoyed it. I don't use sage that often either... seems to be an underrated herb!

        Reply
    11. Lee says

      July 16, 2020 at 3:57 PM

      I saved this recipe and started to follow you. This looks amazing. Your phots are beautiful. I will try this soon. Thx

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        July 16, 2020 at 3:58 PM

        Thanks so much! I appreciate you following along. 🙂 Let me know if you end up making this!

        Reply
      • Michigirl says

        October 15, 2020 at 3:50 PM

        5 stars
        Wow! This recipe was so easy. I tossed in some roasted butternut squash. This is by far the best new dish I've made in a long time. Thank you!

        Reply
        • Natasha says

          October 16, 2020 at 9:07 AM

          Woo hoo! You're very welcome 🙂

          Reply
    12. Rachel says

      July 3, 2020 at 5:42 PM

      5 stars
      Just tried it, was using a Costco size tortalini package which I realized midway through cooking was probably bigger than the recipe called for, so I doubled the sage and garlic, I added an extra tbsp of butter and put around a half cup of reserved pasta water to help sauce it up. I added most of the salt and pepper when the mushrooms were close to done. If I were doing it again (which I plan to) I would put the garlic in before the mushrooms to give it some crisp and color. I really like the ideas of adding roasted cherry tomatoes, some wine to the mushrooms, or some spicy sausage to add some acid or heat but I would still totally make this again. It's a beautifully versatile canvas that also stands up on its own. Thank you for sharing!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        July 3, 2020 at 6:34 PM

        I'm so glad you liked it! Yup, you can definitely change the recipe up in so many ways. 🙂

        Reply
    13. Toni says

      May 21, 2020 at 7:12 PM

      5 stars
      quick, easy, AND delicious. 🤤

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        May 22, 2020 at 9:14 AM

        Wonderful! 🙂

        Reply
    14. Slav says

      April 7, 2020 at 6:12 PM

      5 stars
      Very simple, elegant & tasty! The sage is a wonderful add & I threw in more than the recipe described (good move). This is now my favourite pasta recipe 🙂

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        April 7, 2020 at 6:38 PM

        I'm so glad you enjoyed it, Slav! 😀

        Reply
    15. Shanly says

      March 18, 2020 at 7:45 PM

      5 stars
      This is a great simple recipe. I would suggest seasoning as you go, especially with the mushrooms, instead of at the end.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        March 18, 2020 at 11:21 PM

        So glad you enjoyed it! Yes, I always season as I go along, but it's kinda hard to explain in a recipe, so that's why I suggest that haha.

        Reply
    16. Jacquie says

      February 12, 2020 at 6:24 PM

      5 stars
      Loved this recipe. I’ve made it a few times and made some tweaks along the way.

      I chopped up approx. 1/4 cup of sage as by the time you cook it it shrivels up. Plus I love sage!

      I use 4 tablespoons of butter in-lieu of 3, and lastly 16 oz of baby Bella sliced mushrooms.

      Thanks for the recipe!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        February 13, 2020 at 8:57 AM

        I'm so happy you like it! 🙂

        Reply
    17. Jodi says

      October 8, 2019 at 5:24 PM

      5 stars
      I don’t comment a lot on recipes but this was simple, quick, and delicious!! Excellent recipe! It seems versatile and could add protein as needed!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        October 8, 2019 at 7:30 PM

        So glad you liked it, Jodi! Thanks for leaving me a comment. 🙂

        Reply
      • Heather Pollesch says

        December 28, 2019 at 5:12 PM

        Love this! I also add sauteed spinach, asparagus and a handful of frozen green peas. I have made this 3 times in the past month!

        Reply
        • Natasha says

          December 28, 2019 at 11:09 PM

          Wonderful! 🙂

          Reply
    18. Heather says

      October 7, 2019 at 10:01 AM

      5 stars
      This is seriously my favorite recipe and family loves! Im going to add strips of steak to it tonight, my son is not a huge pasta fan but if theres meat then hes all in! I also made it the second time with stuffed mushroom ravioli. No matter what, the sage butter dressing is amazing!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        October 7, 2019 at 11:07 AM

        Aww I am so glad to hear it, Heather! 🙂

        Reply
    19. Robert Marino says

      October 2, 2019 at 4:22 PM

      Sounds to me that the timing is off. Refrigerated tortellini usually takes 4 minutes to cook. When it floats, it's ready. Best to have the sage butter prepped before putting the tortellini in the boiling water.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        October 2, 2019 at 4:32 PM

        I can see how the instructions could be a little confusing. I was indicating that you should start prepping the sage butter while the water is heating up (so 6-7 minutes would be a bit before you add the tortellini to the boiling water). I'll see if I can update the instructions to make them a little more clear!

        Reply
      • Anathepsychic says

        January 13, 2020 at 6:51 AM

        You are absolutely correct...

        Reply
    20. Giovanna Alvaro says

      September 21, 2019 at 5:51 PM

      5 stars
      Excellent and easy. I just dropped some white wine while sauteing mushrooms, I had served myself too much, lol

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        September 21, 2019 at 6:26 PM

        Haha that's the way to do it!

        Reply
    21. CATHY ROMAN says

      September 20, 2019 at 11:29 AM

      I like making this but i like to add sauteed shrimp and spinach also, and i like to do it with alfredo sauce. Bertollli's makes a good jar sauce. I use the mushroom alfredo. DELICIOUS!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        September 20, 2019 at 12:34 PM

        Yum!

        Reply
      • Lisa says

        December 16, 2019 at 5:42 PM

        Why did you even comment on this recipe? If we wanted to use sauce from a jar we wouldn't be trying this recipe.

        Reply
        • Teresa says

          December 24, 2019 at 4:28 AM

          5 stars
          Lisa, to each his own. Not everyone has the same taste. Besides it does call for packaged tortileni.
          You can make it your own by adding ingredients to your taste. I will be adding shrimp and veggies.

          Reply
    22. Sue says

      September 18, 2019 at 1:43 PM

      5 stars
      Lovely dish! I used gnocci instead of tortellini and served it with fresh asparagus. My husband loved it. Thank you!!!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        September 20, 2019 at 10:19 AM

        So happy to hear that, Sue!

        Reply
    23. Lynda says

      September 17, 2019 at 10:19 AM

      I just tried this, and fabulous! I added roasted grape tomatoes. Delish! Soooo easy!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        September 17, 2019 at 10:22 AM

        Good idea! So pleased you liked the recipe 😀

        Reply
    24. Renu Kaur says

      September 17, 2019 at 6:21 AM

      Really loved this recipe, we added Aspargus as I didn't have enough mushrooms! Thank u

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        September 17, 2019 at 10:18 AM

        Wonderful!

        Reply
    25. CountryCupboardCookies- Judy says

      September 6, 2019 at 5:42 PM

      I just made this dish for dinner this Friday evening. Added some baby peas. Served with a nice Cabernet and I couldn’t be happier! Delish and so easy to whip up. Finally got to use fresh sage growing in my herb garden. 😋

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        September 7, 2019 at 9:24 AM

        I am so happy to hear that! 🙂 Can't beat garden herbs.

        Reply
    26. Annabella says

      August 14, 2019 at 11:38 PM

      5 stars
      This was BOMB. my boyfriend loved it, my fam loved it, will make it again thank you 🙂

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        August 15, 2019 at 9:54 AM

        So happy to hear it!

        Reply
    27. Tommy says

      June 21, 2019 at 3:31 PM

      I’m heading out to get all the ingredients I need now. Looks delicious! I think we may serve this with some sweet Italian sausage.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        June 21, 2019 at 10:00 PM

        Hope you like the recipe, Tommy! 🙂

        Reply
    28. Den says

      May 31, 2019 at 5:41 PM

      5 stars
      I forgot sage also and added dried sage a little at a time, and it was delicious. Next time, I'll double the mushrooms. Easy weeknight meal. Family loved It!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        June 1, 2019 at 10:21 AM

        I am so glad you all enjoyed it! Thanks for letting me know!

        Reply
        • Emily says

          June 9, 2019 at 7:39 PM

          Is there another herb that would work? I’m not a fan of sage flavor. Thanks!

          Reply
          • Natasha says

            June 9, 2019 at 8:52 PM

            Hi Emily! Hmm... rosemary could definitely work. It's pretty hearty and will stand up to the frying. Let me know how it goes!

            Reply
    29. J'Lyn says

      May 14, 2019 at 12:14 PM

      I forgot to buy sage. Can I use dried sage?

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        May 14, 2019 at 3:55 PM

        Hi! You mean like the powdered stuff? Hmmm... it is quite strong. I wouldn’t know how much to add. The sage gives it a crispy texture too, which the dried stuff can’t really replicate. I’d go super easy on it or just skip it altogether I think.

        Reply
    30. Jennifer Beaury says

      March 12, 2019 at 7:12 AM

      Do I need to use cheese tortellini or can I use meat tortellini?

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        March 12, 2019 at 8:18 AM

        Meat tortellini would be totally fine! Or even ravioli.

        Reply
    31. Constance Zecchin says

      March 9, 2019 at 8:13 PM

      5 stars
      Just made this for tonight's dinner, excellent! I will add more sage the next time as I love the taste of the herb. So easy, comes together in a short amount of time, not costly to make and all that is needed, should you want, is a green salad and crusty bread! I would serve this to guest without reserve. This for sure will be a go-to recipe.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        March 10, 2019 at 10:33 AM

        I'm so glad you liked it!! 🙂

        Reply
    32. LondonFilmBuff10 says

      December 22, 2018 at 11:54 PM

      4 stars
      Made this for my parents last night, they were impressed. The sage gives it a lovely seasonal quality.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        December 23, 2018 at 11:58 AM

        That's awesome! So glad it went over well. 🙂 Happy holidays!

        Reply
    33. Jill says

      November 14, 2018 at 4:14 PM

      Made this tonight. Quick easy weekday supper. Next time would add more sage and perhaps some asparagus or other green veggie. 12 oz of pasta was enough for 3 adults with a steamed artichoke on the side.
      Thank you for posting this recipe.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        November 14, 2018 at 4:47 PM

        Awesome! So glad you liked it.

        Reply
    34. foodtoheart says

      November 12, 2018 at 2:31 PM

      5 stars
      Definitely agree with you, the best recipes are the simple ones.

      I love the combination of sage + butter and you idea of adding mushrooms is great!
      I made my own sage and butter sauce a while ago but used it to make some white stilton filled gnocchi.
      I was thinking of making some fresh handmade tortellini and now I know for sure what sauce to make it with, following your recipe:)

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        November 13, 2018 at 12:23 PM

        Let me know how it goes!!

        Reply
    35. Nomie Stephens says

      November 9, 2018 at 6:48 AM

      Today is my Birthday...Nov.9th...sounds so good I think I will threat my self.
      Thanks for sharing !!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        November 9, 2018 at 9:01 AM

        Happy birthday!!! Hope you enjoy the recipe. 🙂 XO

        Reply
    36. Stephanie Dixson says

      November 4, 2018 at 4:01 PM

      I think I will try this tortellini recipe. I have been pasta hungry lately. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        November 4, 2018 at 6:56 PM

        I hope you enjoy it, Stephanie!

        Reply
    37. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says

      November 3, 2018 at 6:12 PM

      5 stars
      How easy is this Natasha?! And it sounds so delicious. I know Tom and I would LOVE it!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        November 4, 2018 at 10:59 AM

        Thanks so much, Mary Ann! 🙂

        Reply
      • Karen Grant says

        August 15, 2019 at 7:07 AM

        I made this for dinner last night. It's a keeper. I would add more sage next time. I would definitely make this simple dish for company.

        Reply
        • Natasha says

          August 15, 2019 at 9:54 AM

          Wonderful! Thanks for letting me know 🙂

          Reply

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