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The Best Creamy Tortellini With Tomatoes

A deliciously creamy tortellini dish with tomatoes, perfect for a comforting meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
  • 2 shallots, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • ½ cup roasted red peppers
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 cups cooked cheese tortellini
  • 2 cups chopped spinach

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive or avocado oil over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until it shimmers.
  2. Add 2 diced shallots and 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, sautéing for about 3 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
  3. Introduce 2 cups of cherry or grape tomatoes to the pan, cooking them for approximately 10 minutes until they burst open.
  4. Stir in 1 tablespoon of tomato paste, ½ cup of roasted red peppers, ½ teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of dried basil, 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning, and ⅛ teaspoon of black pepper.
  5. Reduce the heat slightly and pour in 1 cup of heavy cream, stirring gently and allowing to simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  6. Fold in ¾ cup of grated Parmesan cheese, 3 cups of cooked cheese tortellini, and 2 cups of chopped spinach until combined.
  7. Sprinkle remaining Parmesan on top and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or basil if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 18gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and store leftovers properly in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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