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Spinach and Ricotta Tortellini with Creamy Tomato Sauce

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main-course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in a delightful meal with this Spinach and Ricotta Tortellini in a luscious Creamy Tomato Sauce. The combination of tender tortellini, creamy sauce, and vibrant spinach creates a harmonious dish that will satisfy your cravings.


Ingredients

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For the Creamy Tomato Sauce:

    • 2 tbsp olive oil
    • 1 red onion, finely diced
    • 1 tsp freshly minced garlic
    • 150 g cherry or grape tomatoes
    • ½ cup chicken or vegetable stock
    • 1 tbsp tomato paste
    • 1 cup thick (heavy/double) cream
    • 1 cup freshly grated parmesan
    • ½ tsp cracked black pepper
    • 2 large handfuls baby spinach leaves

For the Tortellini:

  • 600 g spinach and ricotta tortellini
  • 1 tbsp Italian chilli oil (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Creamy Tomato Sauce: Heat olive oil in a pan, sauté onion and garlic, add tomatoes, stock, and tomato paste. Simmer, then stir in cream, parmesan, and spinach.
  2. Cook the Tortellini: Cook tortellini according to package instructions.
  3. Combine: Toss cooked tortellini in the creamy sauce.
  4. Serve: Drizzle with Italian chilli oil if desired and sprinkle with extra parmesan.

Notes

  • You can use any fresh tortellini or ravioli of your choice in this recipe.
  • Adjust the spiciness by adding more or less Italian chilli oil.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 400 kcal
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 40 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 15 g
  • Cholesterol: 40 mg