Tuscan Tortellini Skillet Bake
We’re not entirely sure when “Tuscan” became synonymous with a flavor profile, but we’re certainly glad it did—garlic, tomatoes, spinach, and Parmesan are truly a match made in heaven. Over time, we’ve created more Tuscan-inspired recipes than we can count—Tuscan butter salmon, creamy Tuscan chicken, Tuscan butter gnocchi, to name a few—but this fresh twist on those classic flavors is bound to become a new favorite. Savory pancetta combines with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and oregano, all simmered in heavy cream, then finished with grated Parmesan and fresh spinach. Tossed with tender tortellini, topped with fresh mozzarella, and broiled to golden, creamy perfection, it’s a dish you’ll want to make again and again.
Ingredients
- Kosher salt
- 1 lb. fresh or frozen cheese tortellini
- 4 oz. sun-dried tomatoes in oil, finely chopped (about 2/3 c.), plus 2 tbsp. tomato oil
- 2 oz. pancetta, finely chopped
- 6 oz. grape tomatoes, halved (about 1 c.)
- 3 cloves garlic, sliced
- 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh oregano
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 oz. finely grated Parmesan (about 3/4 c.)
- 3 oz. spinach (about 3 packed c.)
- 4 oz. fresh mozzarella, torn
- Crushed red pepper flakes, for serving
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil and stir in 1 tablespoon salt. Cook tortellini, stirring occasionally, until very al dente, about 2 minutes less than package instructions. Reserve 3/4 cup pasta water before draining. In colander, drizzle tortellini with tomato oil and toss to coat.
- Place pancetta in a cold, large, heatproof skillet. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp and golden brown on all sides, about 12 minutes. Add sun-dried tomatoes and grape tomatoes and cook, stirring frequently, until grape tomatoes begin to break down, 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and oregano and cook, stirring, until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Add cream and pasta water and bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in Parmesan until melted. Add spinach and tortellini and stir until spinach is wilted.
- Preheat broiler to high. Top skillet with mozzarella. Broil, watching closely, until cheese is melty and starting to brown in some spots, 3 to 4 minutes. Top with red pepper.
Nutrition
Calories: 818kcalCarbohydrates: 59gProtein: 36gFat: 47gSaturated Fat: 22gCholesterol: 132mgSodium: 1111mgPotassium: 726mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gCalcium: 716mgIron: 4mg
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