Description
A delicious and easy slow cooker recipe featuring tortellini, perfect for a romantic dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (20 oz) cheese tortellini
- 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In the slow cooker, combine the marinara sauce, heavy cream, garlic, and Italian seasoning.
- Add the cheese tortellini and stir to coat.
- Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours or until the tortellini is tender.
- Stir in the fresh spinach and Parmesan cheese, and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes until the spinach is wilted.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes.
- Can substitute tortellini with other pasta types if desired.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2-3 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Slow Cooker Marry Me Tortellini, easy dinner recipe, tortellini recipe, slow cooker pasta