Best 2 Creamy Marinara Tortellini Recipes

Indulge in a creamy and flavorful culinary experience with our Creamy Marinara Tortellini. This delectable dish combines tender tortellini, a rich and creamy marinara sauce, and a touch of Parmesan cheese for a satisfying meal that will tantalize your taste buds.

For those seeking a vegetarian alternative, we offer a delightful Roasted Red Pepper and Spinach Tortellini Soup. This comforting soup is packed with roasted red peppers, spinach, and tortellini, simmered in a flavorful broth for a hearty and wholesome meal.

If you're in the mood for a quick and easy pasta dish, our One-Pot Tomato and Sausage Tortellini is the perfect choice. This fuss-free recipe combines tortellini, juicy sausage, and a tangy tomato sauce, all cooked together in one pot for a hassle-free meal that's ready in no time.

And for those who love their pasta baked to perfection, our Baked Tortellini with Spinach and Artichoke Dip is a must-try. This casserole-style dish features tortellini smothered in a creamy spinach and artichoke dip, topped with melted cheese for a gooey and irresistible finish.

No matter your preference, our collection of tortellini recipes has something for everyone. From creamy and comforting to quick and easy, these dishes are sure to satisfy your cravings for a delicious and memorable meal.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

THREE-CHEESE TORTELLINI WITH CREAMY ITALIAN SAUSAGE MARINARA

Three-Cheese Tortellini With Creamy Italian Sausage Marinara image

This is a dish I invented to try and get my picky-eater son to eat something other than macaroni and cheese, hotdogs, or hamburgers! He always thought regular marinara sauce was too "strong tasting"....I think it is just too acidic for him. However, he loves cheese and loves italian sausage. Much to my surprise, I have found that I love this dish as well. I prefer to make the sauce myself, but if you are pressed for time, substitute your favorite pre-made sauce and just add the italian sausage and cream. If you aren't a fan of italian sausage, substitute 1/2 the sausage for ground beef or ground turkey. The rosemary is optional. I like it, but some don't like the taste. If you don't have a picky eater, I would add some mushrooms and possibly some bell peppers. I think those would be nice with the dish.

Provided by breezermom

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 1h45m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

Ingredients

20 ounces refrigerated three-cheese tortellini
1 lb Italian sausage, Casings Removed
1/2 small onion, finely diced
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes or 1 (28 ounce) can tomato puree
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1/4 cup red wine (don't use cooking wine, use a tastey red wine you would drink!)
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves, crushed
1 teaspoon basil
1 1/2 teaspoons parsley flakes
1/8 teaspoon dried rosemary (optional)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
3/4 cup heavy cream
1/8 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/4 cup water, depending on your simmering time
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, shredded
1/4 cup romano cheese, shredded

Steps:

In a large, heavy stockpot or dutch oven, brown the Italian sausage, breaking it up to the consistency you desire.
Add the onions and cook until they are soft. Drain the grease from the pot.
Add garlic, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, water, basil, oregano, parsley, marjoram, sugar, salt, pepper, and rosemary (if desired). When adding the water, consider how long you will be simmering. The water helps to merge the flavors, but you do not want the sauce to be too thin. If you will be simmering your sauce for a shorter amount of time, add less water. Stir all these ingredients together and bring to a slow boil.
Stir in red wine.
Simmer on low for at least an hour. Then add the cheeses and the heavy cream. Stir well, until the cream and cheeses are well blended into the sauce. Stir occasionally while the tortellini is cooking to prevent the sauce from sticking and to prevent the cream from scorching.
Bring water to a boil in another pot for the tortellini. Add a little olive oil to prevent the tortellini from sticking. Once the water comes to a boil, add the tortellini. Cook according to the package directions.
I usually reserve some of the sauce for spaghetti for another day -- I add some sauteed mushrooms then. I try to ration the sauce to the amount of tortellini. If you like lots of sauce, use all the sauce. But if not, save some for another pasta dish. It freezes well. At my house, it never lasts long enough to freeze!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 599.8, Fat 43.1, SaturatedFat 19.9, Cholesterol 116.9, Sodium 2270, Carbohydrate 26.2, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 6.4, Protein 28

CREAMY MARINARA TORTELLINI

Creamy Marinara Tortellini image

Travel to Italy without leaving your kitchen with Sarah Vasques' no-hassle pasta combination. By adding artichoke hearts and rich cream, the Milford, New Hampshire cook turns regular marinara into a special sauce. "Serve it with a garden salad and garlic bread," she suggests.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 packages (9 ounces each) refrigerated cheese tortellini
2 cups marinara sauce
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cold water
1 can (14 ounces) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme or 2 teaspoons dried thyme
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine marinara sauce and cream. Combine flour and water until smooth; gradually add to sauce. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Add the artichokes, thyme and oil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3-4 minutes or until heated through. Drain tortellini; toss with sauce. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, parsley and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 418 calories, Fat 25g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 598mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

Tips:

For a richer flavor, use a combination of heavy cream and milk instead of all milk.
If you don't have marinara sauce on hand, you can substitute a jar of tomato sauce and add some Italian seasoning.
For a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
If you don't have tortellini, you can use any type of pasta that you like.
For a vegetarian version of this dish, omit the chicken and add more vegetables, such as bell peppers, zucchini, or mushrooms.
Serve this dish with a side of crusty bread or garlic bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

Conclusion:

This creamy marinara tortellini is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is sure to please the whole family. It is a delicious and satisfying dish that is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. With its creamy sauce, tender tortellini, and flavorful chicken, this dish is sure to become a new favorite.