Description
Creamy tortellini with spinach and tomatoes is a rich and flavorful dish that combines fresh ingredients with tender pasta.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz cheese tortellini
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add cherry tomatoes and cook until softened.
- Stir in fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add grated Parmesan cheese and mix until smooth.
- Combine the cooked tortellini with the sauce and toss to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Substitute heavy cream with a lighter option for a healthier dish.
- Add grilled chicken for extra protein.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: creamy tortellini, spinach, tomatoes, pasta dish