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Creamy Tomato Tortellini

A comforting, creamy tomato sauce tossed with cheese tortellini and spinach for a quick weeknight meal.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 16 oz cheese tortellini (fresh) package
  • 15 oz Italian stewed diced tomatoes (with oregano and basil)
  • 2 cups fresh spinach chopped
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp garlic salt
  • 1/4 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 1/3 cup mozzarella cheese shredded

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • Large Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Cook the tortellini according to package directions in a large pot of salted boiling water; drain and set aside.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, and flour until smooth; set aside.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the canned diced tomatoes with their sauce, minced garlic, chopped spinach, salt, black pepper, onion powder, garlic salt, and Italian seasoning.
  4. Bring the tomato mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally.
  5. Whisk the reserved milk-and-flour mixture again, then pour it into the skillet and stir to combine.
  6. Add the grated Parmesan cheese and cook, stirring, until the sauce comes back to a simmer and begins to thicken.
  7. Reduce heat and simmer for 2–3 minutes to let the sauce thicken slightly.
  8. Toss the drained tortellini into the sauce and stir until fully coated, then sprinkle in the shredded mozzarella and stir until melted and combined.
  9. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Use fresh refrigerated tortellini for best texture.
  • Whisk the milk and flour thoroughly to prevent lumps.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste before adding tortellini.
  • For a thinner sauce, add a splash more milk.