Creamy Tomato and Spinach Tortellini

September 01, 2014

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Cheese tortellini in a creamy homemade tomato sauce

1 (20 oz) pkg three cheese tortellini
2 Tbsp butter
2-3 cloves garlic, minced
3 Tbsp all-purpose flour
1 tsp onion powder
1 1/2 cups milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 1/2 cups fresh diced tomatoes*
1 cup reserved pasta water*
1 1/2 cups (packed) chopped fresh spinach
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
1/2 tsp dried oregano
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup shredded fresh parmesan, plus more for serving
Red pepper flakes, for serving (optional)

Cook tortellini according to package instructions. Before draining the water that cooks the tortellini, reserve 1 cup of the pasta water. Drain tortellini and set aside. In a large saucepan over medium...
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Nutritions

Calories
519

Sodium
833mg
34% DV

Fat
27g
42% DV

Protein
22g
45% DV

Carbs
41g
14% DV

Fiber
4g
17% DV

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