This Creamy Spinach and Tomato Tortellini recipe is a quick and delicious pasta dish perfect for any night of the week. The rich and creamy sauce combined with the fresh spinach and juicy tomatoes make it a delightful and satisfying meal.
Creamy Spinach and Tomato Tortellini
This Creamy Spinach and Tomato Tortellini recipe is a quick and delicious pasta dish perfect for any night of the week. The rich and creamy sauce combined with the fresh spinach and juicy tomatoes make it a delightful and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces cheese tortellini fresh or refrigerated
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese grated
- 2 cups spinach fresh
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Add parmesan cheese, stirring constantly until melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Stir in the fresh spinach and halved cherry tomatoes. Cook until the spinach is wilted and the tomatoes are softened, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet and gently toss to coat in the creamy sauce.
- Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 14gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 88mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 35IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 15mg