Description
Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of creamy tortellini, a perfect dish for both casual weeknight dinners and special gatherings. This delightful recipe features tender cheese tortellini enveloped in a luxurious cream sauce made with heavy cream, garlic, and Parmesan cheese. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delectable meal that will impress your family and friends. Customize it by adding vegetables like fresh spinach and mushrooms or proteins such as grilled chicken or shrimp for an extra boost of flavor. In under 30 minutes, you can enjoy this satisfying pasta dish that’s sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 oz cheese tortellini
- 8 oz fresh mushrooms (sliced)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the tortellini in salted water according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté minced garlic and sliced mushrooms for 3-4 minutes.
- Add heavy cream to the skillet and let it simmer for about 2 minutes.
- Drain the cooked tortellini and add it to the skillet, stirring gently to coat.
- Mix in fresh spinach and grated Parmesan cheese; cook for an additional 2 minutes until spinach wilts.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg