Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil or any neutral oil
6 minced garlic cloves (or substitute with onions or shallots)
½ cup sun-dried tomatoes in olive oil (or roasted tomatoes)
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (or a blend of rosemary, garlic powder, sage, thyme, basil, marjoram)
A pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
2 tablespoons all-purpose or self-rising flour
2 cups vegetable broth (or chicken/turkey stock)
20 ounces fresh cheese tortellini (or other tortellini; thaw frozen ravioli if used)
½ cup heavy cream (or half and half, or vegan alternative)
2 cups fresh spinach (or frozen spinach/kale)
1 cup grated Parmigiano cheese (or Grana Padano, Pecorino)
Instructions
1-Gather all ingredients and prepare by mincing garlic and chopping sun-dried tomatoes to set yourself up for success.
2-Add flour to the pot and cook for about 3 minutes, stirring to form a roux that will thicken your sauce nicely.
3-Pour in the vegetable broth, bring it to a boil, and let it thicken for 3 to 5 minutes, creating a base that’s full of depth.
4-Add the uncooked tortellini and a pinch of salt, then stir well to ensure everything mixes evenly in the pot.
5-Turn off the heat and stir in the heavy cream, grated cheese, and spinach until the spinach wilts, blending into a creamy masterpiece.
6-Season with salt and pepper to taste, and if the sauce needs more creaminess, adjust by adding extra broth, cream, milk, or cream cheese.
7-For adaptations, like using frozen ravioli, make sure to thaw it first and adjust cooking times to keep the texture just right.
Last Step:
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🍅 Use sun-dried tomatoes in olive oil for deeper flavor; roasted tomatoes provide a milder alternative.
🌿 Fresh spinach adds vibrant color and nutrition, but frozen spinach works well when fresh isn’t available.
🧀 Adjust creaminess by varying cream or cheese amounts to your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Pasta, Vegetarian
- Method: Sautéing, Simmering, Stirring
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving