Spinach and Ricotta Tortellini

On busy days when you just don’t feel like cooking, a bowl of comforting Spinach and Ricotta Tortellini may be just what you need. To save time, store-bought tortellini is cooked directly in a rich garlicky sauce. The best part? This dish is made entirely in one pot and takes less than 15 minutes from start to finish! You can top your tortellini with freshly grated parmesan and enjoy it as a complete meal on its own, but a simple side salad or garlic bread would make great additions.

Can you make Spinach and Ricotta Tortellini ahead of time?

Refrigerate for up to 3 days in an airtight container.

Is Spinach and Ricotta Tortellini suitable for leftovers?

Spinach and Ricotta Tortellini can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw completely in the fridge overnight before use. Reheat in the microwave.

Spinach and Ricotta Tortellini

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• Total Time: 12 mins
• Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

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• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp freshly minced garlic
• 700 g (1 lb 9 oz) passata
• 1 tsp sea salt flakes
• ½ tsp cracked black pepper
• 1 tsp sugar
• 500 g (1 lb 2 oz) fresh ricotta and spinach tortellini (from the refrigerator aisle at the supermarket)
• ¼ bunch basil, leaves picked
• ½ cup (50 g) freshly grated parmesan

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Instructions

1. Heat the oil in a large, deep frying pan over medium–high heat. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
2. Add the passata and 1 cup (250 ml) of water to the pan.
3. Add the salt, pepper and sugar and bring to the boil.
4. Add the tortellini directly to the pan, place the lid on, reduce to the lowest heat setting and cook for 2 minutes.
5. Turn off the heat and stir through the fresh basil.
6. Serve topped with parmesan.

Notes

MAKE AHEAD

Refrigerate for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw completely in the fridge overnight before use. Reheat in the microwave. 

LEFTOVERS

Refrigerate for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw completely in the fridge overnight before use. Reheat in the microwave. 

• Author: Nicole
• Prep Time: 2 mins
• Cook Time: 10 mins
• Category: pasta
• Method: deep skillet
• Cuisine: Italian