Description
Indulgent “Creamy Spinach Tortellini” promises a delightful Italian-inspired journey through rich, comforting flavors. Savory cheese-filled pasta nestles in a velvety sauce, offering you a quick, satisfying meal that whispers culinary elegance.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 15 ounces (400 grams) cheese tortellini, refrigerated
- 1 ½ cups baby spinach, fresh
- ½ cup mozzarella cheese, grated
Dairy and Creamy Components:
- ⅓ cup milk
- ⅔ cup sour cream
- Parmesan cheese, for topping
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 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 in a spacious skillet by toasting briefly in olive oil until achieving a delicate golden hue, creating a rich foundational flavor profile.
- Gently introduce milk into the pan, allowing the liquid to integrate smoothly with the tortellini, creating a silky base for the upcoming sauce.
- Incorporate sour cream, whisking consistently to develop a luxurious, creamy consistency that envelops each pasta pocket.
- Layer aromatic elements – minced garlic, chopped scallions, diced tomatoes – into the developing sauce, infusing depth and complexity to the dish.
- Fold fresh spinach into the mixture, watching the vibrant greens wilt and release their earthy essence, transforming the sauce’s texture and color.
- Sprinkle chopped parsley and freshly cracked black pepper, elevating the dish’s herbaceous undertones and providing a subtle peppery kick.
- Gradually melt mozzarella cheese throughout the sauce, stirring until achieving a glossy, velvety consistency that binds all ingredients harmoniously.
- Perform a final seasoning assessment, adjusting salt and pepper to personal preference, ensuring a perfectly balanced flavor profile.
- Transfer the creamy tortellini to serving dishes, crowning with a generous dusting of Parmesan cheese for an additional layer of rich, nutty complexity.
Notes
- Opt for fresh, high-quality tortellini to elevate the dish’s overall taste and texture.
- Choose soft, mild mozzarella for a smoother, creamier sauce that melts effortlessly.
- Keep stirring continuously to prevent the sauce from burning or developing lumps.
- For a protein boost, add grilled chicken or crispy bacon bits to make the meal more substantial.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg