Description
Creamy Spinach Tortellini is a rich and comforting pasta dish made with tender cheese tortellini tossed in a velvety Parmesan cream sauce with fresh spinach. It’s a quick and satisfying meatless meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
1 (20 oz) package cheese tortellini
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon all-purpose seasoning
1 cup fresh spinach
Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the cheese tortellini according to package directions until tender. Drain well and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until fully liquefied and slightly bubbly.
- Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring continuously. Add the all-purpose seasoning and let the mixture gently simmer for 3 to 4 minutes.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and cook, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens and becomes smooth and creamy.
- Add the fresh spinach and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, just until wilted.
- Gently fold the cooked tortellini into the sauce, tossing carefully to coat evenly.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Top with crushed red pepper flakes if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
Add sautéed mushrooms or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.
For added protein, mix in grilled chicken or shrimp.
Substitute half-and-half for a lighter sauce, though it will be less rich.
Add minced garlic to the butter before the cream for more depth.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat gently with a splash of milk or cream to maintain a smooth sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
