Creamy Marinara Tortellini
Indulge in the perfect blend of rich flavors with this Creamy Marinara Tortellini recipe—a comforting Italian-inspired dish that's ready in just 30 minutes! Tender cheese-filled tortellini is enveloped in a luscious marinara sauce infused with heavy cream, garlic, and parmesan, creating a velvety finish that's impossible to resist. Fresh basil adds a vibrant pop of flavor, while the optional parmesan garnish elevates every bite. This one-pan dinner is ideal for busy weeknights or when you're craving restaurant-quality comfort food at home. Whether served with a crisp side salad or a slice of garlic bread, this creamy tortellini dish will have everyone coming back for seconds! Perfect for pasta lovers and an easy addition to your meal rotation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or refrigerated)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- as needed water (for boiling tortellini)
- as needed parmesan cheese, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the cheese tortellini according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Pour in the marinara sauce and stir to combine. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer gently for 5 minutes.
Stir in the heavy cream, mixing until the sauce is well blended and has a silky consistency.
Add the grated parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the cheese has melted into the sauce.
Gently fold the cooked tortellini into the creamy marinara sauce, ensuring each piece is well coated.
Allow the tortellini to heat through in the sauce for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove from heat and garnish with fresh basil and additional parmesan cheese, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3069 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 177.5 g | 228% | |
| Saturated Fat | 88.4 g | 442% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 460 mg | 153% | |
| Sodium | 5114 mg | 222% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 257.1 g | 93% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.4 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.3 g | ||
| Protein | 95.2 g | 190% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1756 mg | 135% | |
| Iron | 12.8 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 1006 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
