Description
A quick and savory dish featuring tortellini, fresh vegetables, and a creamy sauce, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package of tortellini (about 9 oz)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups spinach
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add cherry tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.
- Stir in the spinach and cook until wilted.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add the cooked tortellini and Parmesan cheese; stir to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a non-dairy alternative.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini.
- This dish can be made in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Tuscan Tortellini Skillet, quick dinner, Italian recipe, creamy tortellini