Tortellini With Chili Tomato Sauce Recipes

TORTELLINI WITH TOMATO-CREAM SAUCE

Steps:

• Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the tomatoes, spinach, basil, salt and pepper. Cook and stir over medium heat until liquid is absorbed, about 3 minutes., Stir in cream and cheese. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until thickened, 8-10 minutes. , Drain tortellini; toss with sauce. Sprinkle with additional cheese if desired.

TORTELLINI WITH CHILI-TOMATO SAUCE

Steps:

• In a large pot of boiling water, cook tortellini according to package directions. Drain and rinse with warm water, then transfer to a serving bowl and keep warm.
• Put pine nuts in a medium saucepan and shake gently over medium heat until lightly browned. Transfer to a small bowl.
• Heat oil in the same saucepan over medium-high heat. Add jalapenos and garlic and saute, stirring often, 2 minutes.
• Add tomatoes and their liquid. Bring to a full boil, then reduce heat and boil gently for about 5 minutes.
• Boil heavy cream in a small saucepan for about 3 minute, or until reduced by half. Stir into the tomato sauce.
• Pour sauce over tortellini; sprinkle with pine nuts and olives.

TORTELLINI WITH GARLICKY TOMATO SAUCE

Steps:

• In a large heavy nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, warm oil. Add zucchini and onion and cook, stirring frequently, until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add marinara sauce, salt, red pepper flakes, and black pepper.
• Add spinach in batches, adding more as each batch wilts. Reduce heat to medium and cook, covered, stirring once or twice, 3 minutes.
• Spoon 2 cups marinara-spinach mixture into a 6-qt slow cooker. Place half of tortellini on top, forming even layer. Repeat with another 2 cups marinara-spinach mixture and remaining tortellini. Spoon remaining marinara-spinach mixture on top and sprinkle with 1/4 cup mozzarella. Cover and cook until tortellini are tender, about 5 hours on Low. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup mozzarella. Garnish with basil leaves, if desired.
• Per serving: 1 1/3 cups