Name: Tortellini with Sun-dried Tomatoes in Cream Sauce
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 250g tortellini (any filling); 1 tbsp olive oil (from sun-dried tomatoes jar); 4–5 sun-dried tomatoes, packed in oil, sliced; 2 cloves garlic, pressed; 4 tbsp crushed tomatoes or tomato passata; 125ml double cream or heavy whipping cream; 50g Parmesan cheese, grated; Salt and pepper to taste; 4–5 fresh basil leaves or 1/2 tsp dried basil; 3 tbsp reserved pasta water (as needed)

Description

This creamy tortellini with sun-dried tomatoes is a rich yet quick meal, ready in 15 minutes. It features a silky tomato-cream sauce infused with garlic and basil, perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

250g tortellini (any filling)
1 tbsp olive oil (from sun-dried tomatoes jar)
4–5 sun-dried tomatoes, packed in oil, sliced
2 cloves garlic, pressed
4 tbsp crushed tomatoes or tomato passata
125ml double cream or heavy whipping cream
50g Parmesan cheese, grated
Salt and pepper to taste
4–5 fresh basil leaves or 1/2 tsp dried basil
3 tbsp reserved pasta water (as needed)

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Instructions

Cook tortellini in salted boiling water according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and drain.
While pasta cooks, slice sun-dried tomatoes and press garlic cloves.
In a skillet over medium heat, warm 1 tbsp of oil from the tomato jar. Add sun-dried tomatoes and garlic, cooking for 1–2 minutes without browning.
Stir in crushed tomatoes and basil, and let simmer briefly.
Pour in cream and stir to combine.
Add Parmesan and stir until melted and sauce becomes creamy.
Add cooked tortellini to the pan and stir gently to coat in sauce.
Add 3 tablespoons of reserved pasta water (or more as needed) to loosen the sauce to desired consistency.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve hot with extra Parmesan on top.

Notes

Use cheese-filled tortellini for a classic pairing, or try mushroom or spinach fillings.
For extra flavor, add a pinch of chili flakes.
Fresh spinach or kale can be added to the sauce for more greens.
Substitute Pecorino Romano for a sharper cheese flavor.
This dish is best served fresh; reheating is possible but freezing is not recommended.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 520
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 580mg
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 90mg