Cheese Tortellini with Tomato Basil Sauce
Tender pasta pillows filled with creamy ricotta cheese, bathed in a fresh tomato and basil sauce.
⏱ 25 minServes 4Italian
Ingredients
- •1 pound cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- •2 cans (14.5 oz each) crushed tomatoes
- •3 cloves garlic, minced
- •3 tablespoons olive oil
- •1 teaspoon salt
- •1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- •1/2 teaspoon sugar
- •1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- •1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Directions
- 1Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook tortellini according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- 2Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and sauté minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3Add crushed tomatoes, salt, pepper, and sugar to the skillet and simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 4Stir in fresh basil and cook for 1 additional minute.
- 5Add the cooked tortellini to the sauce and toss gently to coat.
- 6Divide into bowls and top with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
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