Creamy Tortellini Dinner (Print Format)
Silky tortellini loaded with sour cream and mozzarella, paired with fresh veggies like spinach and seasoned herbs for a quick vegetarian indulgence.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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15 ounces (400g) chilled cheese-filled tortellini
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1/3 cup whole milk
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1 tablespoon of olive oil
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2/3 cup sour cream
→ Vegetables and Herbs
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1 clove garlic, finely chopped
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2 small green onions, diced
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A handful (1 1/2 cups) of fresh baby spinach leaves
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1 small tomato, diced up
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2 tablespoons of either fresh parsley or basil, minced
→ For Serving
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Freshly cracked black pepper
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Salt, as needed
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Grated Parmesan cheese to sprinkle on top
# Steps:
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Follow the instructions on the packaging to cook the tortellini, OR try this one-dish option: Heat up 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a big, deep pan, add the tortellini, and toss around on medium-high for about 30 seconds or until lightly golden.
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If you're doing the one-pan version, pour the milk over the tortellini in the pan, give it a good mix, and let it cook about a minute.
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Lower the heat just a notch, stir in the sour cream, and keep at it for 2-3 minutes until the sauce starts to get thicker.
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Add all the greens and veggies at this point—baby spinach, diced green onions, chopped tomato, garlic, and basil or parsley. Stir and season with a bit of black pepper.
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Toss in the shredded mozzarella and stir it in until it's melted into the sauce, which will make it even thicker. Take a little bite and add salt or more pepper if it needs it. Extra black pepper goes really well here!
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Turn off the heat and serve straight away. Sprinkle each dish with some extra Parmesan for flavor.
# Tips:
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This dish comes together super quickly, in just 20 minutes. Great when you're in a rush on busy nights.
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If you use the pan version, you'll get a little golden color on the pasta first, which makes it even tastier before adding the sauce.
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Want to mix it up? Feel free to throw in extras like mushrooms, bell peppers, or even sun-dried tomatoes.