Creamy Spinach and Tortellini Recipe

Name: Creamy Spinach and Tortellini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (19 ounce) packagefrozen cheese-filled egg tortellini (or use refrigerated); 2 tablespoons olive oil or 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; ½ cup chopped onion; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 (9 ounce) packagegreen giant frozen spinach, thawed,undrained; 1 cup chopped seeded tomatoes; ¼ cup chopped fresh basil; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon pepper; 1 cup whipping cream; ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese or ¼ cup romano cheese

Servings: persons

1 (19 ounce) packagefrozen cheese-filled egg tortellini (or use refrigerated)
2 tablespoons olive oil or 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
½ cup chopped onion
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (9 ounce) packagegreen giant frozen spinach, thawed,undrained
1 cup chopped seeded tomatoes
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
1 cup whipping cream
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese or ¼ cup romano cheese

1
Cook tortellini to desired doneness as directed on package.
2
Drain: cover to keep warm Meanwhile, heat oil in large skillet over medium heat until hot.
3
Add onion and garlic; cook 4 minutes or until tender and lightly browned, stirring occasionally.
4
Add spinach, toamto, basil, salt and pepper; cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5
Stir in whipping cream and cheese.
6
Cook until mixture comes to a boil.
7
Reduce heat to low; stir in cooked tortellini.
8
Cook an additional 4-5 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
9
If desired, serve with additional Parmesan cheese.

434

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (19 ounce) packagefrozen cheese-filled egg tortellini (or use refrigerated), 2 tablespoons olive oil or 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, ½ cup chopped onion, 3 cloves garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Creamy Spinach and Tortellini falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Creamy Spinach and Tortellini

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Variations & substitutions

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