Cheese Tortellini in Creamy Marinara
A comforting Italian-inspired dish featuring tender cheese-filled tortellini smothered in a rich and creamy marinara sauce, perfect for a quick and satisfying 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
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the cheese tortellini according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pour in the marinara sauce and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, mixing well to create a creamy sauce.
- Add red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to taste.
- Fold the cooked tortellini into the sauce, gently coating each piece.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves.
Notes
For extra protein, add cooked grilled chicken or sautéed mushrooms before folding in the tortellini.