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One-Pot Marry Me Tortellini

Creamy One-Pot Marry Me Tortellini That Steals Hearts

This One-Pot Marry Me Tortellini is a creamy, flavor-packed dish that’s quick to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 1 package cheese tortellini mozzarella-filled is ideal
For the Flavor Base
  • 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes oil-packed varieties preferred
  • 6 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 shallot diced
For the Sauce
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter or olive oil
  • ½ cup heavy cream or coconut cream for dairy-free
  • 3 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1.5 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth
  • ¾ cup Parmesan cheese grated
For the Finish
  • 1 cup fresh basil roughly chopped
For Seasoning
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • ½ tsp chili flakes more for serving

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep the Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients including grating Parmesan, mincing garlic, dicing shallot, and chopping fresh basil and sun-dried tomatoes.
  2. Sauté the Aromatics: Melt butter in a large pot over medium-low heat and sauté garlic and shallot for about 3 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Incorporate Seasonings: Add black pepper, chili flakes, dried thyme, and tomato paste to the pot, cooking for another 2 minutes.
  4. Cook the Tortellini: Add cheese tortellini and vegetable broth, bring to a gentle boil, and simmer for roughly 3 minutes.
  5. Create the Creamy Sauce: Stir in heavy cream and then add Parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, and basil for a creamy mix.
  6. Final Touches and Serve: Adjust seasoning as desired and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and consider adding spinach or mushrooms for added nutrition.

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