Tortelloni with Creamy Tomato Sauce and Spinach

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Make this easy creamy tomato sauce for your stuffed pasta like tortelloni or tortellini in a matter of minutes.

Prep Time5

Cook Time10

Total Time15

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American Italian

Keyword: tortelloni

Servings:

450g/1 lbs fresh tortelloni or tortellini
4 tbsp This is an affiliate link.sun-dried tomato pesto I used Scala or Delallo in the US
1-2 cloves garlic
4 basil leaves or 1/2 tsp dried basil
250ml/1 cup double/heavy whipping cream
30g/1 cup fresh spinach
50g/1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese or other hard cheese like Asiago or Pecorino
salt to taste

Set a large pot of salted water boiling and cook the tortelloni according to package instructions.
Meanwhile in a large and deep pan heat the sun-dried tomato pesto together with minced garlic over low heat and fry while stirring for no longer than 30 seconds. Then add the basil, heavy cream and whisk to combine. Bring to a simmer, then add the spinach and let it wilt for a minute, then stir in the grated cheese. Take off the heat and keep warm.
Drain the tortelloni while reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water. Add the tortelloni directly to the sauce and toss gently to combine. If the dish is a bit dry add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen it until the right consistency. Serve immediately with additional grated Parmesan and black pepper.