Description
Hearty Italian Creamy Tortellini delivers comfort straight from Mediterranean kitchens, blending rich cheese-filled pasta with velvety sauce. Cheese lovers will savor each delightful bite of this quick, satisfying meal that brings warmth to your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 15 ounces (400 grams) cheese tortellini, refrigerated
- 1 1/2 cups baby spinach, fresh
- 1/2 cup mozzarella, grated
Dairy and Cream Components:
- 1/3 cup milk
- 2/3 cup sour cream
- Parmesan cheese, for topping
Aromatics and Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small tomato, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2 scallions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons parsley or basil, chopped
- Black pepper, freshly ground
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare tortellini by cooking in boiling water according to package directions or golden-browning in olive oil over medium-high heat for 30-45 seconds.
- Lower heat and gently introduce milk, stirring consistently to prevent scorching.
- Incorporate sour cream, continuing to stir for approximately 20-25 minutes until sauce reaches a luxurious, velvety consistency.
- Introduce aromatic ingredients: mince garlic, slice scallions, dice tomatoes, and roughly chop spinach and parsley. Fold these vibrant vegetables into the creamy mixture.
- Sprinkle grated mozzarella into the sauce, stirring until cheese melts completely and sauce thickens to a smooth, glossy texture.
- Taste and calibrate seasoning with freshly ground black pepper and salt as needed.
- Transfer to serving dishes immediately, garnishing with a generous dusting of Parmesan cheese for an extra layer of rich, savory flavor.
Notes
- Choose fresh or frozen tortellini based on convenience and flavor preference, ensuring even cooking by stirring occasionally during preparation.
- Create a vegetarian version by substituting meat-filled tortellini with cheese or spinach varieties, maintaining the creamy texture and rich taste.
- Prevent sauce separation by using low heat and stirring consistently, which helps maintain a smooth, velvety consistency throughout cooking.
- Customize the dish with additional vegetables like roasted bell peppers or sautéed mushrooms to enhance nutritional value and add extra depth of flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 348 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 370 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg