Description
This Creamy Tortellini with Spinach is a quick and comforting pasta dish featuring tender cheese tortellini in a rich, garlicky cream sauce with sautéed mushrooms, fresh spinach, and a touch of Parmesan. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner that’s both flavorful and satisfying.
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 tablespoon butter
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1/2 medium onion, chopped
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8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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1/3 cup chicken broth or dry white wine
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1 cup heavy whipping cream
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2 (9-ounce) packages refrigerated cheese tortellini
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2 cups packed fresh baby spinach
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1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
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Add mushrooms and cook until browned and tender, about 5 minutes.
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Stir in garlic and Italian seasoning; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Pour in chicken broth or white wine, scraping up any browned bits. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes.
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Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream. Let the sauce simmer gently until slightly thickened, about 3-5 minutes.
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Meanwhile, cook tortellini according to package instructions, then drain.
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Add cooked tortellini and fresh spinach to the skillet. Stir gently until spinach wilts and tortellini is coated in sauce.
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Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
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For a vegetarian version, substitute vegetable broth for chicken broth.
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Add cooked chicken or sausage for extra protein.
- Can be made gluten-free using gluten-free tortellini.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian-American