Description
Creamy Tortellini With Spinach is a rich and indulgent pasta dish featuring tender tortellini enveloped in a velvety Parmesan cream sauce with fresh spinach. This easy-to-make recipe combines simple ingredients to create a comforting and flavorful meal perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta and Vegetables
- 1 pound fresh or frozen tortellini
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
Sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes for a kick
Instructions
- Cook the Tortellini: Boil a large pot of salted water. Add the tortellini and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add Cream: Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir frequently to prevent burning.
- Incorporate Cheese: Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and fully incorporated into the cream.
- Add Spinach: Stir in the chopped spinach and cook until it wilts, about 2-3 minutes.
- Combine with Tortellini: Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet, gently tossing to coat the pasta in the creamy sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Once everything is well combined and heated through, remove from heat and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use fresh spinach for better flavor and nutrients.
- Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or Italian herbs to taste.
- For extra creaminess, add cream cheese or mascarpone cheese.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or nutmeg for a flavor boost.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
- Freeze tortellini before adding the cream sauce for up to 2-3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
Keywords: creamy tortellini, spinach pasta, Parmesan cream sauce, easy Italian recipe, vegetarian pasta dish
