Creamy Spinach and Tortellini Recipe
Description:
Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with this Creamy Spinach and Tortellini dish. It’s a light yet satisfying meal infused with the rich flavors of garlic and basil. The vibrant addition of spinach and tomatoes not only enhances the taste but also adds a burst of color to your plate.
- Recipe Category: Cheese
- Keywords: Vegetable, European, < 30 Mins, Stove Top
- Total Time: 26 minutes
- Preparation Time: 6 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Calories per Serving: 679
- Nutritional Information per Serving:
- Fat Content: 39.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 19.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 134.7mg
- Sodium Content: 1163.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 62.2g
- Fiber Content: 5.1g
- Sugar Content: 3.5g
- Protein Content: 22.3g
- Fat Content: 39.3g
- Aggregated Rating: 4 stars
- Review Count: 4
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 onions, diced
- 1/2 cup garlic cloves, minced
- 3 cups frozen spinach, thawed and drained
- 1 tomato, diced
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon dried basil leaves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup Romano cheese, grated
- 1 cup whipping cream
- Additional Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Cook tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and keep warm. |
| 2 | Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until hot. Add diced onions and minced garlic. Cook until tender and lightly browned, about 4 minutes. |
| 3 | Add thawed and drained spinach, diced tomatoes, chopped fresh basil, dried basil leaves, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. |
| 4 | Stir in the whipping cream and grated Parmesan and Romano cheeses. Cook until the mixture just comes to a boil. |
| 5 | Reduce heat to low and stir in the cooked tortellini. Cook for an additional 4 to 5 minutes or until heated through. |
| 6 | Serve hot, garnished with additional grated Parmesan cheese. |
Enjoy Your Culinary Creation! π½οΈ
