Description
Creamy Tortellini with Spinach is a comforting dish that blends tender cheese tortellini in a rich, velvety sauce with fresh spinach. This easy recipe transforms weeknight dinners into delightful feasts, ensuring every bite is packed with flavor and warmth. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, this dish is as visually appealing as it is delicious, making it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 oz fresh cheese tortellini
- 4 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and keep warm.
- In a large pan over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté minced garlic for about one minute until fragrant.
- Gradually pour in the heavy cream, stirring continuously. Simmer for about three minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in the fresh spinach until wilted, approximately two minutes.
- Add grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Fold the cooked tortellini into the creamy sauce until well coated. Serve with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling and Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 80mg