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Marry Me Tortellini (Easy Creamy Vegetarian Dinner Recipe)

This Marry Me Tortellini is a creamy vegetarian comfort meal made with cheese tortellini, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and Parmesan in a rich tomato cream sauce. Ready in 30 minutes, it's the perfect easy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • oz 570g cheese tortellini
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • ½ teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • Fresh basil for garnish
  • Extra Parmesan cheese for serving

Method
 

  1. Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sun-dried tomatoes and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. Add vegetable broth and heavy cream, stirring well. Mix in Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
  3. Add the cheese tortellini and cook according to package instructions until tender.
  4. Stir in Parmesan cheese and baby spinach until the cheese melts and the spinach wilts into the creamy sauce.
  5. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh basil and extra Parmesan. Serve warm with garlic bread or a fresh salad.

Notes

  • Use refrigerated tortellini for the best texture and quicker cooking.
  • Freshly grated Parmesan melts better and creates a smoother sauce.
  • Add a splash of broth or milk if the sauce becomes too thick.
  • Stir in spinach at the end to keep it fresh and vibrant.