Calling all Tex-Mex and tortellini lovers! If you're looking for a culinary adventure that combines the bold flavors of Tex-Mex with the comforting embrace of tortellini, then this article is for you. We'll take you on a journey through the world of Tex-Mex creme sauce, introducing you to its vibrant ingredients and rich history. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds as we unveil the secrets of creating the ultimate tortellini with Tex-Mex creme sauce. So gather your aprons, sharpen your knives, and let's embark on this delectable adventure together.
Let's cook with our recipes!
TORTELLINI WITH GARLIC CREAM SAUCE
Make and share this Tortellini With Garlic Cream Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by kzbhansen
Categories Brunch
Time 30m
Yield 1 dish, 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook tortellini according to the package directions; set aside.
- In a large pan, heat oil and butter. Sauté garlic 2 minutes.
- In a cup stir together half and half, broth, and cornstarch; pour into skillet.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 3 minutes.
- Stir in the herbs, olives, garlic, and tortellini; cook 2 minutes to heat through.
- Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 480.6, Fat 26.4, SaturatedFat 12.2, Cholesterol 75.8, Sodium 880.5, Carbohydrate 46.9, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 1.1, Protein 15.1
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
TORTELLINI WITH TOMATO-CREAM SAUCE
This tortellini with tomato cream sauce is mouthwatering. Put spinach, tomatoes and other pantry staples to use in this warm and satisfying dish. -Barbra Stanger, West Jordan, Utah
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the tomatoes, spinach, basil, salt and pepper. Cook and stir over medium heat until liquid is absorbed, about 3 minutes., Stir in cream and cheese. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until thickened, 8-10 minutes. , Drain tortellini; toss with sauce. Sprinkle with additional cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 459 calories, Fat 33g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 99mg cholesterol, Sodium 835mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 13g protein.
CREAMY TORTELLINI
An envelope of vegetable soup mix lends flavor to the simple cream sauce that coats this rich pasta entree. I like to garnish it with additional mozzarella cheese and parsley.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 6-8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute garlic in oil until tender, about 1 minute. Combine soup mix and cream; stir into skillet., Drain tortellini; add to cream mixture. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 4-5 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally. , Add the parsley, cheese and pepper. Cook 3-4 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 263 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 561mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.
VEGETABLES AND TORTELLINI WITH CREAM SAUCE
It looks complicated but this is actually a quick and hearty meal of veggies, tortellini, and cream sauce. This recipe is great for entertaining because you can put it together ahead of time and throw it under the broiler just before serving.
Provided by Bookwyrm
Categories Main Dish Recipes Casserole Recipes Vegetable
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler on high heat. Lightly spray a large casserole pan with cooking spray.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add tortellini and asparagus and cook in the boiling water until tortellini float to the top, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain, rinse in cold water, and set aside.
- Melt butter in a medium-sized pan over medium-low heat. Whisk in flour and cook until smooth, 1 to 2 minutes. Whisk in stock and nutmeg and heat until bubbly, about 5 minutes. Add cream and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. Heat until thick and bubbly, stirring constantly, about 3 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add spinach and artichoke hearts. Cook and stir until heated through, about 5 minutes.
- Combine cooked tortellini-asparagus mixture and spinach mixture in the prepared casserole pan. Mix thoroughly but gently so tortellini don't get mashed. Pour white sauce over the mixture and top with Italian cheese blend.
- Cook under the broiler until cheese is melted and browned, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and let sit 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 727.6 calories, Carbohydrate 68.5 g, Cholesterol 121.2 mg, Fat 38 g, Fiber 7.4 g, Protein 32.2 g, SaturatedFat 20.4 g, Sodium 1466.7 mg, Sugar 5.3 g
CHEESE TORTELLINI WITH MEAT SAUCE
Provided by Pierre Franey
Categories dinner, easy, pastas, main course
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cut the mushrooms into thin slices. There should be about 2 cups.
- Heat the oil in a skillet and add the ground meat. Cook, chopping down with the back of a heavy metal spoon to break up any lumps in the meat. Cook until the meat has lost its raw look.
- Add the mushrooms, salt and pepper and cook, stirring, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and oregano.
- Crushed tomatoes are available in cans. If whole tomatoes are used, crush them using a food processor or electric blender, if desired. Add the tomatoes to the meat and mushroom mixture. Add broth. Cook, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes.
- Cook the tortellini according to package directions, about 8 minutes. Drain but reserve one cup of the cooking liquid. Combine the cooked tortellini with the meat sauce, the reserved cup of cooking liquid and the butter. Toss to blend. Serve with grated Parmesan cheese on the side.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 656, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 70 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 45 grams, SaturatedFat 11 grams, Sodium 1184 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams, TransFat 1 gram
CHEESY TORTELLINI IN A CREAMY SAUCE
I created this for the Ready Set Cook contest, I hope you enjoy it! It's cheesy and creamy and easy to make!
Provided by Sharon123
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 35m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Place the olive oil and butter in a large skillet and heat over medium heat. When the butter melts, add the garlic, sliced green onions and napa cabbage. Saute 5 minutes.
- Whisk the flour into the skillet and cook for about 1 minute. Whisk in broth, then the milk and creme fraiche. Heat till mixture just starts to bubble.
- Season with nutmeg and reduce heat to low.
- Stir in pimientos, artichoke hearts, and cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Meanwhile, cook the tortellini in boiling salted water about 7-9 minutes(use directions on pkg.). While the tortellini is cooking, if the sauce starts to get too thick, add a little more milk to thin.
- Drain the tortellini, toss with the vegetable/cheese sauce. Sprinkle over parsley to garnish. Serve ritht away and pass additional cheese. Enjoy!
- Note:.
- If you like, add some chopped chicken to please the meat eaters, and turn this into a main dish.
TORTELLINI IN CREAMY ROSé SAUCE
Make this delicious Tortellini in Creamy Rosé Sauce with refrigerated cheese tortellini and a blend of broth and spaghetti sauce. This ultra-creamy tortellini dish only takes 35 minutes from start to finish.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings, 1-1/4 cups each
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Mix cream cheese spread and milk until blended.
- Heat oil in large skillet on medium heat. Add onions and garlic; cook and stir 5 min. or until onions are crisp-tender. Stir in broth and pasta sauce. Bring to boil.
- Add pasta; stir. Cover; cook on medium heat 5 min., stirring occasionally. Add cream cheese mixture; cook and stir 3 to 5 min. or until heated through. Cover; cook 5 min. or until pasta is tender, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in spinach; cook, covered, 1 min. or just until wilted. Top with Parmesan.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Sodium 760 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 16 g
TORTELLINI WITH TEX MEX CREME SAUCE RECIPE
Provided by Dottiejk
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oil in large nonstick skillet. Add scallions, jalapeno, and garlic. Stir over medium heat 1 minute or fragrant. Stir in tomatoes and salt, bring to a simmer and simmer 1 minute or until slightly thickened. Add cream cheese; stir until cheese melts. Remove from heat and stir in cilantro. Spoon tortellini into serving bowls; top with sauce and garnish with cilantro.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- If you don't have any heavy cream, you can substitute milk or half and half.
- To make a vegetarian version of this dish, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
- If you like spicy food, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the sauce.
- Garnish the dish with chopped fresh cilantro or parsley.
Conclusion:
This tortellini with Tex-Mex crème sauce is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is sure to please the whole family. The creamy sauce is flavorful and satisfying, and the tortellini cooks in just a few minutes. This dish is also very versatile, so you can easily customize it to your own liking. Whether you like it mild or spicy, vegetarian or meat-based, this tortellini dish is sure to be a hit.
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