I enjoy all things pasta and tortellini is definitely my favorite. This is a great recipe for non-spinach fans to become reacquainted. The flavor is amazing and even my picky eaters love it!
Ingredients
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 T olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 can (14.5oz) petite diced tomatoes, undrained
- 5 oz frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
- 1-1/2 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1-1/4 c heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 c grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 pkg (16oz) frozen cheese tortellini
Instructions
- In a large skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic and cook 1 minute longer. Add tomatoes, spinach, basil, salt, and pepper. Cook and stir over medium heat until liquid is absorbed, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in whipping cream and cheese and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 8-10 minutes or until thickened.
- While sauce is simmering, cook tortellini according to package directions. Drain after cooked.
- Once sauce is thickened, toss with cooked tortellini. Sprinkle with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
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Variations
Instead of regular canned tomatoes, try it with canned tomatoes with basil, garlic, and oregano. Yum! Substitute half & half for the heavy whipping cream (even fat free) for a healthier version.
Oh this sounds yummers.
It IS yummers! And easy too. 🙂 Thanks for commenting!
Sounds great! I’ve made something similar, and discovered my girls love tortellini! they pick out the spinach of course 😛 Can’t really go wrong with cream, pasta and parmesan cheese!
haha! And I agree. 🙂
I love tortellini and that sauce looks really good. Can’t wait to try it out.
Please let me know if you do! I’d love to hear your thoughts. Thanks!
I am going to make it tomorrow for my 9yr anniversary dinner. I let you know how it turns out!
It was really good, Jenny. Perfect for anniversary dinner.
I’m so glad you made it and liked it! 🙂 I can’t wait until I make it again. hehe Take care!
I love tortellini and that sauce looks really good. Can’t wait to try it out