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Creamy Tomato Tortellini

Creamy Tomato Tortellini recipe made with frozen cheese tortellini, diced tomatoes, fresh spinach, and a homemade creamy garlic sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner!
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Keyword recipe for creamy tomato tortellini
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 600kcal

Ingredients

  • 16 oz package frozen cheese tortellini
  • 15 oz can Italian diced tomatoes with garlic and olive oil
  • 2 cups fresh spinach chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • Prepare tortellini as directed on package.
  • Meanwhile, combine diced tomatoes (undrained), garlic, spinach, salt, and pepper in a large skillet over medium high heat.
  • Stir occasionally until mixture just begins to boil.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, and flour.
  • Pour into the skillet along with the parmesan cheese.
  • Cook until bubbling again, then reduce heat and simmer about 3 minutes until thick.
  • Add cooked tortellini and stir to fully coat with sauce.
  • Remove from heat and let cool 5 minutes to further thicken sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 600kcal | Carbohydrates: 61g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 114mg | Sodium: 1079mg | Potassium: 399mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 2317IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 363mg | Iron: 5mg