Marry Me Tortellini
Marry Me Tortellini is a creamy, indulgent pasta dish that will win hearts at any dinner table. This delightful recipe features tender tortellini enveloped in a luscious sauce made from garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach, all topped with rich Parmesan cheese. Perfect for romantic dinners or family gatherings, this dish promises to impress with every bite. Easy to prepare yet refined enough for special occasions, Marry Me Tortellini is sure to become a favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 9 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed, chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 cups fresh spinach (chopped)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Chop garlic and sun-dried tomatoes; measure out heavy cream.
- Cook the tortellini: Boil salted water and cook tortellini according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Make the sauce: In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter, sauté garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute), then add sun-dried tomatoes and heavy cream.
- Combine ingredients: Add cooked tortellini along with Italian seasoning and Parmesan cheese; stir until well combined.
- Add spinach: Fold in chopped spinach until wilted (about 2 minutes).
- Serve: Plate the dish and garnish with extra Parmesan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg