Experience the comforting flavors of Italy with this creamy tomato tortellini recipe that can be prepared in just 15 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish combines the richness of creamy tomato sauce with tender tortellini for a family-friendly dinner that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale:
2 cups store-bought cheese tortellini (or any preferred variant)
1 cup creamy tomato sauce (use homemade or store-bought)
1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter option)
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh basil, for garnish
Additional grated Parmesan, if desired
Instructions
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the cheese tortellini and cook according to the package instructions, usually about 3-5 minutes, until they float to the top and are tender.
While the tortellini cooks, in a separate skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes and chopped spinach, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts and the tomatoes soften.
Once the tortellini is cooked, drain it, reserving a small amount of pasta water. Add the tortellini directly to the skillet with the vegetables.
Pour the creamy tomato sauce and heavy cream into the skillet. Toss everything together, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if necessary.
Sprinkle in the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and creamy. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste.
Remove from heat and garnish with fresh basil. Serve hot, topped with additional Parmesan if desired.
