Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (9-12 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 2 cups fresh spinach (or 1 cup frozen spinach, thawed and drained)
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (or butter)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Tortellini
- Boil Water: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil.
- Cook Tortellini: Add the cheese tortellini and cook according to package instructions until al dente (usually about 3-5 minutes). Drain and set aside.
Step 2: Sauté the Spinach
- Heat Olive Oil: In the same pot, add olive oil (or butter) over medium heat.
- Sauté Spinach: Add the fresh spinach and cook for about 2-3 minutes until wilted. If using frozen spinach, make sure it’s heated through.
Step 3: Make the Creamy Sauce
- Add Cream: Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir well to combine.
- Add Parmesan: Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and the sauce is creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 4: Combine and Serve
- Add Tortellini: Gently fold the cooked tortellini into the creamy spinach sauce until well coated.
- Serve: Serve warm, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15