Description
Creamy Tomato Tortellini is a comforting dish that combines tender tortellini with a luscious tomato cream sauce, perfect for any occasion. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 oz fresh tortellini (cheese or spinach-filled)
- 14.5 oz canned diced tomatoes (fire-roasted preferred)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Tortellini: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add tortellini and cook according to package instructions until they float, about 3-5 minutes.
- 2. Sauté Garlic: In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- 3. Add Tomatoes: Pour in canned diced tomatoes along with their juices. Stir well and let simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- 4. Create Creamy Sauce: Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream until fully combined. Allow it to gently bubble as it thickens slightly.
- 5. Toss Everything Together: Gently fold in cooked tortellini into the sauce until evenly coated. Add chopped fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese.
- 6. Serve Hot: Plate your creamy tomato tortellini while still warm, garnishing with additional basil and Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- For added nutrition, consider incorporating spinach or kale.
- Adjust the thickness of the sauce by simmering longer or adding cornstarch mixed with water if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 70mg