Tortellini in Tomato Cream Sauce

tortellini in cream sauce in a skillet topped with fresh basil

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Tortellini in Tomato Cream Sauce

Tortellini in Tomato Cream Sauce is an easy and flavorful homemade dinner ready in less than 20 minutes! Made with simple ingredients, little preparation and quick cooking time, this creamy tortellini dish is an excellent choice for busy weeknights.

Prep Time5

Cook Time10

Total Time15

Course: Main Course, Side Dish

Cuisine: Italian

Diet: Vegetarian

Keyword: creamy tortellini sauce recipe, tomato cream sauce, tortellini in cream sauce

Servings:

Calories: 339kcal

Author: Kristina Tipps

Equipment

Ingredients

16 oz tortellini fresh or frozen
1 can diced tomatoes 28 oz, with juices
1 cup spinach fresh
2 garlic cloves minced
2 teaspoon dried basil or 6 teaspoon fresh basil
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
1 ½ cups milk or heavy cream
2 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoon flour
¼ cup parmesan cheese freshly grated

Instructions

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the tortellini according to package instructions, drain and set aside. While tortellini cook, prepare the sauce as instructed below.
To a large pan add the diced tomato can and it's juices, spinach, garlic, basil, salt and pepper. Saute over medium heat until the juices begin to boil, about 3 minutes. If you're using fresh tomatoes, simmer for 10 minutes to allow the tomatoes to break down.
Slowly pour in the milk and stir. Add the butter and flour and stir continuously until the flour disintegrates into the liquid. Add the parmesan cheese and stir well. Simmer uncovered for 3-5 minutes to thicken the sauce.
Toss the cooked tortellini with the cream sauce. Serve topped with additional fresh basil leaves and shredded parmesan cheese if desired.

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Notes

Heavy cream can be used instead of milk in a 1:1 ratio. Don't use butter or flour if using heavy cream.

Make it vegan. Use oat milk instead of dairy milk, plant-based butter and vegan parmesan cheese. Also make sure to use a vegan tortellini brand.

Storing: keep in the fridge for up to 5 days.

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