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Creamy Tortellini with Tomatoes

Creamy Tortellini with Tomatoes: Comfort Food in a Flash

This Creamy Tortellini with Tomatoes dish provides a quick, flavorful, and satisfying meal perfect for busy evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil as a substitute
  • 1 medium Shallot can be replaced with red onion
  • 2 cloves Garlic fresh is ideal, garlic powder can be used
  • 2 cups Cherry or Grape Tomatoes heirloom varieties can work well
  • 1 cup Roasted Red Peppers fresh bell peppers can work but require additional cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste can be omitted for a lighter sauce
  • to taste Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil substitute with fresh basil for a brighter taste
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning can be replaced with individual dried herbs
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper use freshly ground for the best flavor
For the Creamy Base
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream use half-and-half or plant-based alternative for lighter version
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese can experiment with Pecorino Romano for stronger flavor
  • 2 cups Chopped Spinach kale or swiss chard can be good substitutes
  • 9 ounces Cheese Tortellini (cooked) any filled tortellini variation can be used

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes until shimmering.
  2. Sauté the diced shallots and minced garlic for about 3 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
  3. Add halved cherry tomatoes, cooking for approximately 10 minutes until they soften and burst.
  4. Stir in the roasted red peppers and tomato paste, seasoning with salt, dried basil, Italian seasoning, and black pepper.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, cooking for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  6. Incorporate chopped spinach and cooked cheese tortellini, stirring gently for about 2 minutes.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning, then garnish with chopped parsley or fresh basil before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use high-quality cherry tomatoes and adjust the creaminess to your taste preferences.

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