Cheese Tortellini in Creamy Marinara
Cheese Tortellini in Creamy Marinara combines tender cheese-filled pasta with a rich and velvety tomato cream sauce, perfect for a comforting Italian-inspired meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the cheese tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the marinara sauce and stir well. Let it simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low and slowly stir in the heavy cream until the sauce is creamy and well combined.
- Add grated Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until melted and smooth.
- Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet and gently toss to coat with the creamy marinara sauce.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve immediately.
Notes
For an extra protein boost, add sautéed Italian sausage or grilled chicken. Garnish with extra Parmesan or red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.