Quick and Creamy Lemon-Infused Spinach and Parmesan Tortellini Delight
In just 15 minutes, you can enjoy a delicious and fancy meal with the Creamy Lemon Spinach Tortellini Parmesan. This recipe, though not attributed to a specific author, is a simple yet flavourful dish that will impress any dinner guest.
The ingredients are pantry-friendly and easy to find, making it an ideal choice for a quick weeknight dinner. You'll need 9 oz of cheese tortellini, 2 cups of fresh spinach, 1/2 cup of heavy cream, 1/4 cup of grated parmesan cheese, 1 clove of garlic, minced, 1 tbsp of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Start by cooking the tortellini according to the package instructions. While the tortellini is cooking, sauté the garlic in olive oil in a skillet over moderate heat. Once the garlic is fragrant, add the spinach to the skillet and cook until it's wilted.
Next, pour in the heavy cream, half-and-half, or half-replaced milk into the skillet. Be careful when adding the cream to prevent curdling. Moderate heat should be used, and the cream should not be boiled.
As the sauce simmers, the parmesan cheese melts into it, giving it a creamy consistency. Once the tortellini is cooked, add it to the skillet and gently toss it in the sauce. If you're using frozen spinach, make sure to remove any excess water before adding it to the skillet.
The dish's bright, fresh flavors come from the lemon. Always zest lemon before juicing, and add 1 tsp of lemon zest and 1 tbsp of lemon juice to the skillet. The parmesan cheese melts into the sauce, and the lemon juice and zest are added later.
For extra creaminess, you can mix ricotta or goat cheese with the parmesan. If you prefer a lighter option, half the heavy cream can be replaced with whole milk.
When reheating leftovers, add a splash of cream or milk and warm gently over low heat to prevent the sauce from breaking. You can store the leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days.
This dish can be served with a crisp green salad, lemon vinaigrette, or garlic bread. If you're looking for a gluten-free option, you can use GF tortellini. Grated parmesan without anti-caking agents melts better, so keep that in mind when shopping for ingredients.
Despite its minimal effort, this dish feels fancy and is foolproof, even a 12-year-old can make it. So, why not give it a try and impress your family and friends with this quick and delicious meal?
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