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The Best Creamy Tomato & Spinach Tortelloni

This Creamy Tomato & Spinach Tortelloni is a quick, flavorful delight! Perfect for busy nights or casual gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients
  

  • 500 grams fresh tomato and mozzarella tortelloni (I used Woolworths)
  • 30 grams salted butter
  • 1 brown onion or 2 large shallots finely chopped
  • 5-6 sundried tomatoes in vinaigrette, chopped (about ½ cup)
  • 3-4 cloves of garlic minced
  • 2 400-gram tins chopped peeled tomatoes
  • a small handful basil leaves roughly chopped
  • 80-100 grams baby spinach leaves roughly chopped
  • 250 ml fresh single or whipping cream (1 cup)
  • Grated Parmesan cheese to serve

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Frying pan
  • Wooden spoon
  • Chopping Board
  • Knife
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fresh tortelloni and cook according to package instructions, usually about 3-4 minutes until they float to the surface. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large frying pan, melt the salted butter over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion or shallots and sauté until they become translucent, about 3-5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  3. Toss in the chopped sundried tomatoes and let them cook for a couple of minutes to release their flavors into the butter and onions.
  4. Pour in the two tins of chopped peeled tomatoes. Stir well, and let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
  5. Once the sauce has thickened slightly, add the roughly chopped baby spinach and basil leaves. Stir until the spinach wilts down.
  6. Pour in the fresh single or whipping cream, stirring continuously. Allow the sauce to simmer for another 5 minutes, thickening it to a luscious consistency.
  7. Gently fold the cooked tortelloni into the creamy tomato and spinach sauce. Ensure that every piece of tortelloni is coated in that delicious sauce!
  8. Serve the tortelloni in bowls, garnishing with freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Enjoy this comforting dish while it’s hot!

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute half of the cream with vegetable broth.
  • If you’re not a fan of spinach, kale or arugula works beautifully.
  • Any type of tortelloni can be used, including those filled with meat or other cheeses.
  • For a vegan alternative, use coconut milk instead of cream and nutritional yeast instead of cheese.