Description
Indulge in this creamy tortellini with spinach, a quick and comforting dish featuring cheese-filled pasta in a rich garlic-Parmesan sauce. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- ½ cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ small onion, chopped
- ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- ¼ tsp nutmeg (optional)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Cook the Tortellini:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics:
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and cook until soft (about 3–4 minutes).
- Stir in garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Prepare the Sauce:
- Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.
- Add heavy cream, stirring continuously.
- Reduce heat to low and let the sauce thicken for 5 minutes.
- Season the Sauce:
- Stir in salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and nutmeg.
- Add the Spinach:
- Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted (about 2 minutes).
- Combine Everything:
- Gently fold in the cooked tortellini.
- Sprinkle in Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and creamy.
- Final Touches:
- Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
- Simmer for another 2 minutes to blend the flavors.
- Serve:
- Plate and garnish with additional Parmesan and fresh cracked pepper.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Protein Additions: Add cooked chicken, shrimp, or crispy bacon for extra heartiness.
- Vegetarian Alternative: Substitute heavy cream with coconut milk or cashew cream for a dairy-free version.
- Cheese Variations: Swap Parmesan for Pecorino Romano or Gouda.
- Spicy Kick: Increase red pepper flakes or add hot sauce for heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: pasta , dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: italian
Keywords: creamy tortellini, spinach pasta, easy weeknight meal, Italian comfort food, Parmesan cream sauce