Cheese Tortellini in Tomato Sauce
A comforting Italian-inspired dish featuring tender cheese-filled tortellini simmered in a rich, herby tomato sauce for a quick yet satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Total Time: 20 mins
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 oz (250 g) cheese tortellini, fresh or refrigerated
- 2 cups (480 ml) tomato sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook tortellini according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in tomato sauce, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5–7 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Add cooked tortellini to the skillet and toss gently to coat in the sauce.
- Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan and fresh basil if desired.
Notes
- Use fresh pasta for best texture and flavor.
- You can substitute store-bought marinara for homemade sauce.
- For a creamier version, stir in 1/4 cup heavy cream before adding tortellini.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 820 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 54 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
Keywords: cheese tortellini, tomato sauce, pasta recipe, Italian vegetarian
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