Tortellini In Tomato- Cream Sauce Recipe

Name: Tortellini In Tomato- Cream Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 stalks celery; 2 carrots; 1 onion; 3 tablespoons salad oil; 1 (28 ounce) can plum tomatoes; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon sugar; ¼ teaspoon pepper; 1 lb cheese tortellini or 1 lb meat-filled tortellini, fresh or frozen; ½ cup whipping cream; 3 tablespoons minced fresh basil (don't use dried)

Servings: persons

1
Mince carrots,celery, and onion.
2
In a dutch oven over medium high heat in hot oil,cook celery, carrots and onion for 5 minutes, stirring every once in awhile.
3
Add tomatoes with their liquid,salt,sugar, and pepper.
4
Over high heat, heat to boiling.
5
Reduce heat to medium;cook 10 minutes, uncovered, stirring occasionally.
6
While sauce is simmering,cook tortellini as package directs.
7
Put sauce into a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
8
Pour sauce back into pan.
9
Over medium heat, gradually stir in cream and basil; heat through.
10
Drain tortellini; return to sauce pot.
11
Add tomato sauce to tortellini; over medium heat,heat through, tossing gently to mix.

706

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
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: 2 stalks celery, 2 carrots, 1 onion, 3 tablespoons salad oil, and more.

Yes, Tortellini In Tomato- Cream Sauce 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!

Tortellini In Tomato- Cream Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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