TORTELLINI PASTA
A delightful dish featuring tender tortellini in a creamy sauce with fresh vegetables, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 package 9 oz cheese tortellini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 cup spinach leaves
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
STEP 1: COOK THE TORTELLINI
- Boil Water: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil.
- Cook Tortellini: Add the cheese tortellini and cook according to package instructions, usually about 3-5 minutes. Once cooked, drain and set aside.
STEP 2: SAUTÉ THE VEGETABLES
- Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Sauté Onion: Add the chopped onion and cook until it becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add Tomatoes and Spinach: Toss in the cherry tomatoes and spinach leaves, cooking until the spinach wilts and the tomatoes soften, about 2-3 minutes.
STEP 3: MAKE THE SAUCE
- Add Cream: Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in Cheese: Add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and the sauce is creamy.
- Season: Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
STEP 4: COMBINE AND SERVE
- Mix Tortellini: Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet, gently tossing to coat in the sauce.
- Garnish: Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves.