There’s a reason they call creamy sun dried tomato based dishes a “marry me” recipe. But not going to lie, I think “divorce me” is a better term because there is no bigger fight than when your spouse tries to eat your leftovers of your favorite pasta!!! I joke I joke, but seriously, add this to the cozy dinner menu lineup because it’s a show stopper. As always, this is versatile and can be great for hosting or just a cozy night in.
Creamy Tortellini with Balsamic Caramelized Onions, Mushrooms, Sun Dried Tomatoes and Spinach
Ingredients
- 1 lb cheese or spinach + cheese tortellini
- 3 tbsp avocado oil
- 16 oz whole baby Bella mushrooms sliced and rinsed
- 1 white onion thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil finely chopped
- 1 cup chicken stock plus more if needed
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese plus extra for garnish
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme leaves for garnish
Directions
- In a large deep skillet or pot, heat 2 tbsp of oil over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms with a generous pinch of salt. Cook, stirring every 1-2 min until they are browned and any liquid has evaporated, about 10 min. Remove the mushrooms from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tbsp of oil. Add the onions and cook over medium heat. Stir occasionally until the onions are soft and golden brown bits begin to form on the bottom of the pan. Deglaze with water and season with salt. Continue cooking and deglazing with water until caramelized, which can take about 20-25 min. When they’re almost done, add balsamic and stir to combine. Cook 2-3 min until acidity softens. Taste and adjust if necessary.
- Adjust heat to low. Add the mushrooms back with minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for 2 min until fragrant. Pour in the chicken stock and add the tortellini. Bring to a simmer and cover. Cook according to package. If needed, add more stock until the tortellini is plump and fully cooked. Each brand of tortellini requires a different amount of liquid so follow your instinct.
- Once tortellini is cooked, pour in half the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Stir the mixture gently over low heat until the sauce thickens and the cheese is melted, about 2-3 minutes. If you’d like the sauce creamier, add more cream until satisfied.
- Fold in spinach & cook just until it wilts. Taste for last minute seasoning. Transfer to a plate & top with parm, black pepper & fresh thyme.
Rate & Review
WHAT DID YOU THINK OF THIS RECIPE?
This was wonderful! The mushrooms, caramelized onions and balsamic take this to the next level above other “marry me” dishes. Also liked how it was pasta sauce vs soup, a fun way to mix it up. Added sausage to beef it up and get a couple more servings out of it!
I am so happy you loved it! Thanks so much for the review!!! also love the sausage touch – yum!!!