Spinach and Tomato Tortellini Recipe

Our spinach and tomato tortellini makes the perfect weeknight meal. Ready in less than 30 minutes, it's creamy, delicious, and the perfect comfort food to get you to the weekend.

Prep Time10

Cook Time15

Total Time25

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: best tortellini, spinach and tomato tortellini, Tortellini

Servings:

Calories: 423kcal

Equipment

Large Skillet
colander
Wooden Spoon

Ingredients

20 ounces cheese tortellini
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes (drained)
2-3 cups baby spinach chopped
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 teaspoons italian seasoning
salt and pepper to taste
1½ cups half and half
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
2 Tablespoons flour

Instructions

Cook tortellini according to package directions.
In a large saucepan over medium heat while the tortellini cooks, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced tomatoes, spinach, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Cook and stir until the garlic is fragrant and the spinach is wilted.
Stir in the half and half and parmesan cheese. Whisk in the flour to help thicken the mixture.
Drain the tortellini and add it to the spinach mixture. Stir until tortellini is coated and mixture is heated through. Serve warm.

Notes

The great thing about this recipe (besides how quick it is to throw together!) is how customizable it is. Here are some of our favorite variations:

Add baby portobello mushrooms
Substitute spinach for another green vegetable (peas, asparagus or kale)
Add in roasted red peppers or sautéed onion
Add in additional protein (we love shrimp or grilled chicken)
Substitute a lighter milk (like 2%) for the half and half – the sauce may be a little thinner, but it will still taste good
Fresh tomatoes for the canned

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