Creamy Spinach Tomato Tortellini: A Comfort Food Classic
This Creamy Spinach Tomato Tortellini recipe is a simple weeknight dinner that feels gourmet! Ready in under 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 20
- Total Time: 25
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (20 ounce) package frozen cheese tortellini
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook tortellini according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- While tortellini is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute, or until fragrant.
- Stir in spinach and diced tomatoes. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, or until heated through.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add tortellini to the sauce and toss to coat. Serve immediately.
Notes
For a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.