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Tortellini with tomato sauce

If you're in the mood for a deliciously easy meal, you've got to try out this amazing tortellini with tomato sauce recipe. It's quick, simple, and oh-so-tasty!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 2 portions
Calories: 608 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 11 oz. cherry tomatoes halved (you can also use regular tomatoes, chopped)
  • Few fresh basil leaves chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh cream optional
  • 9 oz fresh or frozen tortellini
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Instructions

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  1. In a large skillet, sauté the garlic in olive oil over medium- low heat until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  2. Add the cherry tomatoes, 1 ladle of water, basil, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, gently mashing the tomatoes with a the back of a spoon  as they soften.
  3. If using cream, stir it in now. Simmer for 2-3 more minutes.
  4. Cook the tortellini according to package instructions in salted boiling water until they float to the surface, about 3-5 minutes.
  5. Drain the tortellini and add them to the tomato sauce, tossing gently to coat.
  6. Serve your tortellini with tomato sauce sprinkled with grated Parmesan cheese and extra basil if desired.