Description
A romantic pasta dish featuring cheese tortellini in a creamy garlic sauce, perfect for date nights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces cheese tortellini
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions, drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream to the skillet and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
- Toss in the cooked tortellini, mixing well to coat in the creamy sauce. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: pasta, cheese tortellini, creamy garlic sauce, romantic dinner