Description
Savor the delicious comfort of One Pan Tuscan Tortellini, a quick and creamy pasta dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special dinners. This one-pot meal features tender cheese tortellini enveloped in a luscious cream sauce, complemented by vibrant spinach and tangy sun-dried tomatoes. Ready in just 25 minutes, it delivers rich Italian flavors with minimal cleanup, making it a go-to recipe for families and gatherings alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces cheese tortellini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, boil salted water and cook tortellini according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in fresh spinach and Italian seasoning; cook until wilted (about 2-3 minutes).
- Pour in heavy cream, bringing the mixture to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted; season with salt and pepper.
- Add cooked tortellini to the skillet, coating them in the creamy sauce. If desired, sprinkle with red pepper flakes for added spice.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One Pan
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 85mg