Marry Me Tortellini
Marry Me Tortellini combines cheese tortellini, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, Parmesan, garlic, and basil in a creamy skillet sauce. It is a cozy pasta dinner for weeknights, guests, or a simple dinner for two with leftovers.
Equipment
- Large deep skillet
- Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Chef's Knife
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon oil from sun-dried tomato jar or regular olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic finely minced
- 1.5 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil drained and chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes or more to taste
- 20 ounces refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 0.75 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese plus more for serving
- 3 cups fresh spinach packed
- salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 0.25 cup fresh basil chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Melt the butter with the sun-dried tomato oil in a large deep skillet over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 to 45 seconds, stirring until fragrant but not browned.
- Stir in the chicken broth, heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, and red pepper flakes.
- Add the refrigerated cheese tortellini, stir gently, cover, and simmer for 5 to 7 minutes until tender.
- Reduce the heat to low and stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is lightly thickened.
- Fold in the spinach by handfuls and cook just until wilted.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then garnish with fresh basil and extra Parmesan before serving.
Notes
Storage: Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating: Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave with a splash of broth or cream to loosen the sauce.
Freezing: Freeze for up to 1 month, but expect the cream sauce to be slightly less smooth after thawing.
Expert Tips: Keep the heat low after adding Parmesan so the sauce stays creamy instead of grainy.
Variations: Add cooked chicken, Italian sausage, mushrooms, kale, or a squeeze of lemon for a different finish.
Sauce Tips: If the sauce tightens before serving, stir in broth one tablespoon at a time until it loosens.