Cheese Tortellini
Cheese tortellini is a comforting Italian dish that features tender pasta pockets filled with creamy ricotta and savory cheese, all enveloped in a fragrant sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, this recipe boasts rich flavors and is versatile enough to pair with various sauces and vegetables. Whether enjoyed with loved ones or savored solo, this delightful dish is sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water. Add cheese tortellini and cook according to package instructions until they float, about 3-5 minutes.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add minced garlic and halved cherry tomatoes; sauté until tomatoes soften, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in fresh spinach along with salt and pepper; cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
- Drain the tortellini (reserve some pasta water) and add to the skillet; toss gently to combine. If needed, add a splash of reserved pasta water.
- Serve hot, topped with freshly grated Parmesan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg