Creamy Tuscan Tortellini

Name: Creamy Tuscan Tortellini
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons butter; 8 gloves garlic, sliced; 1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes; 2/3 cup sundried tomatoes, roughly chopped; 10 fresh basil leaves; 1 tablespoon fresh oregano; 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning; 2 cups kale, finely shredded; 1 tablespoon lemon zest; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 1/2 cups vegetable or chicken broth; 1 1/2 cups heavy cream; 2 pounds fresh tortellini; 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese

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Serves: 4-6

Prep Time: 10-15 minutes

Cook Time: 15-20 minutes

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About Creamy Tuscan Tortellini

Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of our Creamy Tuscan Tortellini, a dish that brings together the heartiness of cheese-filled tortellini with a luscious, creamy sauce infused with sun-dried tomatoes, basil, and a hint of garlic. Perfect for a cozy dinner at home, this recipe offers a delightful blend of Italian-inspired ingredients that create a meal that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare. Whether you’re looking to impress guests or simply enjoy a delicious homemade meal, this Creamy Tuscan Tortellini is sure to become a new favorite in your recipe collection.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 tablespoons butter

8 gloves garlic, sliced

1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes

2/3 cup sundried tomatoes, roughly chopped

10 fresh basil leaves

1 tablespoon fresh oregano

2 tablespoons Italian seasoning

2 cups kale, finely shredded

1 tablespoon lemon zest

Salt and pepper to taste

1 1/2 cups vegetable or chicken broth

1 1/2 cups heavy cream

2 pounds fresh tortellini

1/2 cup Parmesan cheese

Preparation

01Melt the oil and butter in a large pan or pot on low to medium heat.

02Add in the garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, sundried tomatoes, basil, oregano, Italian seasoning, Tuscan kale, and lemon zest. Mix well.

03Add in a few pinches of salt and pepper and pour in the broth and cream.

04Add in the tortellini.

05After a few minutes, add in the parmesan cheese and mix well.

06Continue to let the tortellini cook fully as per the package instructions. If you are using fresh tortellini, the cook time will be less than if you are using frozen.

07Once the tortellini is fully cooked, serve and garnish with more herbs and parmesan cheese!