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A serving of marry me tortellini with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach

Creamy Marry Me Tortellini

This creamy marry me tortellini is an easy, comforting, and delicious meal perfect for a cozy night in. With minimal effort, you can create a dish that's rich, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3-4 garlic, minced cloves
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes oil-packed, drained and chopped
  • 2 cups chicken broth low sodium preferred
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 19 ounce package fresh or frozen tortellini cheese or spinach & cheese are great
  • 3-4 cups fresh spinach
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese plus more for serving
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat to sauté minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. Stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes; cook for 2-3 minutes to release flavors.
  3. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, then add Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes; bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
  4. Add tortellini to the simmering sauce, submerge, and cook according to package directions (5-7 minutes) until tender and the sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Remove from heat, stir in fresh spinach until wilted, then add 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese until melted and incorporated.
  6. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste; serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.

Notes

You can adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your spice preference. For a richer flavor, consider using full-fat chicken broth. Fresh tortellini cooks faster than frozen, so keep an eye on it to prevent overcooking. Feel free to add other vegetables like mushrooms or bell peppers for extra nutrition and flavor. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.