Creamy Spinach Tomato Tortellini
A comforting dish combining fresh tortellini, a creamy tomato sauce, and vibrant spinach, perfect for sharing moments around the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Fresh Tortellini
- Tomato Sauce
- Heavy Cream
- Fresh Spinach
- Garlic
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- Parmesan Cheese
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini by boiling in salted water until al dente; reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
- Sauté the garlic in olive oil until fragrant.
- Add the tomato sauce and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
- Incorporate the heavy cream, mixing until creamy.
- Add the fresh spinach and stir until wilted.
- Combine the cooked tortellini with the sauce, adjusting consistency with reserved pasta water.
- Season with salt and pepper, then serve with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
Notes
Feel free to add proteins like chicken or shrimp, or incorporate seasonal vegetables for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: creamy tortellini, pasta recipe, vegetarian comfort food, easy dinner, Italian cuisine