pasta tortellini recipes
This creamy spinach and cheese tortellini dish is a delightful meal that brings together tender tortellini filled with cheese and a rich, flavorful sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe is easy to prepare and will surely please the entire family.
Equipment
- 1 Large pot
- 1 Colander
- 1 Skillet
- 1 Wooden spoon
- 1 Measuring cups
- 1 Measuring spoons
- 4 Serving bowls
Ingredients
- 12 oz cheese tortellini Fresh or frozen.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic Minced.
- 2 cups fresh spinach Packed.
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- for garnish red pepper flakes Optional.
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Once boiling, add the cheese tortellini and cook according to package instructions until al dente, typically about 3-5 minutes for fresh tortellini and 7-10 minutes for frozen.
- While the tortellini is cooking, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, careful not to burn it.
- Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix well until the cheese melts and the sauce is creamy.
- Drain the cooked tortellini in a colander and add it to the skillet with the sauce. Gently toss to combine, ensuring all tortellini are well coated.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately in serving bowls. If desired, sprinkle with red pepper flakes for extra heat.
Notes
You can add cooked chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
Feel free to substitute kale or other greens instead of spinach.
This dish can be served with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.