Creamy Pesto Tortellini with Spinach ๐Ÿง€๐ŸŒฟ๐Ÿ

Creamy Pesto Tortellini with Spinach ๐Ÿง€๐ŸŒฟ๐Ÿ

Creamy Pesto Tortellini with Spinach ๐Ÿง€๐ŸŒฟ๐Ÿ

This Creamy Pesto Tortellini with Spinach is rich, comforting, and packed with flavor. Cheese-filled tortellini is tossed in a creamy pesto sauce with fresh spinach for an easy, restaurant-style meal at home.

Serves

4 people

Ingredients

For the pasta

  • 1 package (20 oz) cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)

For the sauce

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ยฝ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 3 tablespoons pesto
  • ยฝ teaspoon salt
  • ยฝ teaspoon black pepper

For the veggies

  • 2 cups fresh spinach

Optional add-ins

  • Cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • Grilled chicken
  • Mushrooms

Instructions

1. Cook the tortellini

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook tortellini according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

2. Make the sauce

In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
Add garlic and sautรฉ for 30 seconds until fragrant.

3. Add cream

Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
Stir in parmesan cheese until smooth.

4. Add pesto

Mix in pesto, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.

5. Add spinach

Add spinach and cook for 1โ€“2 minutes until wilted.

6. Combine

Add cooked tortellini to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.

7. Serve

Serve warm with extra parmesan on top.

Serving Ideas

  • Serve with garlic bread
  • Add a side salad
  • Pair with grilled chicken or shrimp

Quick Tip

Reserve a little pasta water to thin the sauce if needed for a silky texture.

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