Description
Tortellini with Fresh Tomato Sauce and Ricotta
Ingredients:
12 oz cheese-filled tortellini
2 cups fresh tomatoes, diced
2 tbsp olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions:
Cook the tortellini:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Prepare the tomato sauce:
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the diced tomatoes and red pepper flakes, cooking for 8-10 minutes until the tomatoes soften and form a sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
Combine tortellini and sauce:
Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet and toss gently to coat in the tomato sauce.
Plate and garnish:
Transfer the tortellini to serving plates. Top with dollops of ricotta cheese and fresh basil leaves. Optionally, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
This tortellini dish is a light and flavorful meal that highlights the freshness of tomatoes and basil, paired with creamy ricotta for a satisfying Italian-inspired dinner. Perfect for any night of the week!