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Creamy Spinach Tomato Tortellini

Cheesy tortellini surrounded by a flavorful creamy tomato sauce with spinach. A perfect weeknight meal.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 12 oz cheese tortellini pasta
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 2 T all-purpose flour
  • 1 T olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 14.5 oz can petite diced tomatoes
  • 3 cups fresh spinach roughly chopped
  • 2 t dried basil
  • 1 t dried oregano
  • 1/2 t dried thyme
  • 1/4 t crushed red pepper flakes optional
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese plus more for topping

Instructions

  • In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the tortellini according to the package directions. Once cooked, drain and set aside.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the heavy cream and flour. Set aside.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, around 30 seconds to 1 minute. Add the tomatoes, spinach, basil, oregano, thyme and red pepper flakes. Add the salt and pepper to taste. Cook and stir on occasion until the spinach starts to wilt, about 2 minutes.
  • Gradually add the cream and flour mixture the sauce pan. Stir to combine. Add the 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, stirring constantly until slightly thickened. Stir in the tortellini and gently toss to combine.
  • Serve with grated parmesan cheese on top.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

Recipe Source: damndelicious.net