If you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal that's guaranteed to please the whole family, look no further than this recipe for cheese tortellini with creamy tomato and spinach sauce. With just a handful of simple ingredients and 30 minutes of cooking time, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal on the table in no time. The rich and creamy sauce, made with diced tomatoes, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and spinach, pairs perfectly with the tender cheese-filled tortellini. Serve it with a side of crusty bread or a simple green salad and you've got yourself a complete and satisfying meal.
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TORTELLINI WITH TOMATO SPINACH CREAM SAUCE
I enjoy all things pasta, and tortellini is my favorite. The flavor of this dish is amazing. Even my husband, who hates pasta of any kind, loves it! It's a great recipe for non-spinach fans to try, too. -Jenny Dubinsky, Inwood, West Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender, 2-3 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add tomatoes, spinach and seasonings. Cook and stir over medium heat until liquid is absorbed, about 3 minutes., Stir in cream; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until thickened, about 10 minutes. Meanwhile, cook tortellini according to package directions; drain. Stir into sauce. Sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 404 calories, Fat 22g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 80mg cholesterol, Sodium 810mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 13g protein.
CHEESE TORTELLINI WITH CREAMY TOMATO AND SPINACH SAUCE
This is a copycat recipe from a local chain of restaurants. They took it off their menu, so I had to develop my own. It turned out so good, it might be just better than the original. Garnish with more basil and Parmesan.
Provided by dat1guy
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Chicken
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil; stir in tortellini and return to a boil. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the tortellini float to the top but skin is nearly soft, about 2 minutes. Drain well.
- Slice sun-dried tomatoes thinly. Heat 1 tablespoon reserved tomato oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper and add to the skillet; saute until golden, 3 to 4 minutes. Add garlic and stir for 30 seconds. Pour in sun-dried tomatoes, diced tomatoes, cream, and white wine; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover skillet, and simmer until chicken is just cooked through, about 3 minutes.
- Transfer chicken to a separate dish. Add spinach and basil to the skillet and stir. Increase heat slightly and boil until sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 3 minutes. Season sauce with salt and pepper. Return chicken and cooked tortellini to skillet; cook and stir over medium heat until heated through, about 2 minutes more. Stir in Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 561.6 calories, Carbohydrate 33.6 g, Cholesterol 156.6 mg, Fat 37.3 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 20.2 g, SaturatedFat 21.8 g, Sodium 461.3 mg, Sugar 3.2 g
SPINACH TORTELLINI IN CREAMY TOMATO SAUCE
Make and share this Spinach Tortellini in Creamy Tomato Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by JackieOhNo
Categories Spinach
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat large pot of water to boiling for pasta. (When it comes to a boil, add salt.).
- Meanwhile, heat oil in medium skillet over low heat. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in plum tomatoes with juice and the basil. Increase heat to medium and cook uncovered, stirring and breaking up tomatoes, until sauce is thickened, about 15 minutes. Stir heavy cream into sauce. Cook, stirring frequently, until sauce thickens again, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper; keep warm.
- Meanwhile, add tortellini to salted boiling water and cook according to package directions. About 2 minutes before it should be done, add spinach and cook until tortellini is ready, about 2 minutes longer. Drain well and transfer to wide serving bowl. Spoon sauce over top, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.8, Fat 16.6, SaturatedFat 8.5, Cholesterol 46.3, Sodium 129, Carbohydrate 10.4, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 5.8, Protein 5.3
CREAMY SPINACH TORTELLINI
Delicious tortellini is dressed up with tomatoes, mushrooms, spinach and a rich creamy sauce. A favorite pasta dish in our family!
Provided by JENNIFERVAN77
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook tortellini according to package directions.
- Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in onion; cook until soft and translucent. Mix in cream cheese, parmesan, milk, mushrooms, and spinach.
- Gently mix in tortellini and cherry tomatoes with skillet contents; warm through, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 546 calories, Carbohydrate 40.2 g, Cholesterol 116.2 mg, Fat 35 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 21.8 g, SaturatedFat 20.9 g, Sodium 670.6 mg, Sugar 4.8 g
SPINACH TOMATO TORTELLINI
An old boyfriend's mother used to cook this for me whenever I ate over. Cheese tortellini are served in a creamy tomato and spinach sauce. I love it!
Provided by LELA NORTON
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the tortellini, and cook until tender, about 10 minutes.
- While you get the tortellini going, combine the tomatoes, spinach, salt, pepper, basil and garlic in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir until the mixture begins to bubble.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, milk and cream. Stir this mixture into the saucepan along with the Parmesan cheese. Heat through, then reduce heat to low, and simmer until thick, about 2 minutes.
- Drain the tortellini, but do not rinse, then pour them into the saucepan with the sauce. Stir to coat, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 400 calories, Carbohydrate 43.9 g, Cholesterol 78.8 mg, Fat 19.7 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 14.8 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 885.5 mg, Sugar 6.7 g
SPINACH CHEESE TORTELLINI
In Greenbrier, Arkansas, Jamie Staggs whips up this creamy pasta dish for potlucks. "It's a hit at every gathering," she says. "I serve it from the slow cooker to keep it warm."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute mushrooms in butter until tender. Add the spinach and tomato; cook and stir for 3 minutes. Stir in the remaining ingredients., Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes or until cheese is melted, stirring occasionally. Drain tortellini; add to skillet. Cook 2-3 minutes or until bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 378 calories, Fat 27g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 674mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 12g protein.
CHEESE TORTELLINI WITH ITALIAN SAUSAGE AND MUSHROOM-SPINACH CREAM SAUCE
Cheesy tortellini in a creamy mushroom and spinach sauce with sausage.
Provided by Gary Long
Categories 100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes Pasta by Shape Recipes Tortellini Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir sausage in the hot skillet until browned, about 10 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic; saute until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat; add tomatoes, spinach, mushrooms, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer, stirring as needed.
- Combine cream, milk, cheese, and flour in a bowl. Add to the tomato mixture and return to a simmer. Stir occasionally until reduced, about 15 minutes.
- While the sauce is reducing, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add tortellini and boil gently until tender, about 6 minutes. Drain the tortellini. Mix with the tomato sauce and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 467.8 calories, Carbohydrate 37.8 g, Cholesterol 78.5 mg, Fat 27.7 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 13.4 g, Sodium 884.7 mg, Sugar 5.1 g
Tips for Perfect Cheese Tortellini with Creamy Tomato and Spinach Sauce
- Use fresh ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will directly impact the flavor of your dish. Opt for ripe tomatoes, fresh spinach, and high-quality cheese.
- Cook the tortellini to perfection: Tortellini should be cooked al dente, which means it should be tender but still slightly firm to the bite. Follow the package instructions for the best cooking time.
- Make your creamy tomato sauce from scratch: The creamy tomato sauce is the key to this dish. Use fresh, ripe tomatoes and simmer them with garlic, onion, and herbs to create a rich and flavorful sauce. You can also use canned tomatoes, but be sure to drain and rinse them first.
- Add the spinach at the end: Spinach wilts quickly, so add it towards the end of cooking to prevent it from overcooking. You can also blanch the spinach beforehand to preserve its vibrant green color.
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley: A sprinkling of fresh herbs will add a pop of color and flavor to your dish. Basil and parsley are both great choices.
Conclusion
This cheese tortellini with creamy tomato and spinach sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The creamy tomato sauce is rich and flavorful, and the tortellini and spinach add a touch of texture and nutrition. This dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try!
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