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One Pan Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Tortellini

A comforting one-pan dish featuring cheese tortellini swirled in a creamy sauce made with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach, perfect for quick dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil A drizzle of goodness to start.
  • 2 cups sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil, drained) Let their flavor shine!
  • 3 cups vegetable or chicken broth Needs to be warm for cozy comfort.
  • 9 oz cheese tortellini Cheesy comfort in every bit!
  • 1 cup heavy cream For that luscious creaminess.
  • 1 cup spinach (fresh or frozen) A splash of color and nutrition.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Or two cloves of fresh garlic, minced.
  • Salt and pepper To taste.
  • Fresh basil leaves For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until it shimmers.
  2. Add sun-dried tomatoes and infuse the oil for about 2 minutes.
  3. Pour in the warm broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Add the tortellini to the bubbling broth and stir gently to submerge them.
  5. Once the tortellini are cooked (about 5-7 minutes), lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream, mixing well.
  6. Stir in the spinach, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  7. Let it simmer for another 2-3 minutes to meld the flavors.
  8. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve immediately.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on stove or in the microwave with a splash of broth.