Description
Creamy Tortellini with Spinach is a comforting pasta dish that envelops tender cheese tortellini in a rich, velvety sauce. Tossed with fresh spinach and infused with garlic, this delightful meal is quick to prepare and sure to impress family and friends. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a special occasion, each creamy bite is a reminder of life’s simple pleasures.
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 oz fresh cheese tortellini
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente (3-5 minutes). Drain.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic for about one minute until fragrant.
- Add spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about two minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream, stirring to combine. Simmer for five minutes until slightly thickened, then stir in Parmesan until melted.
- Fold in cooked tortellini and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg