Easy Cheese Asiago Tortellini is an Olive Garden copy cat recipe that's simple and quick to make.
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Cook Time20 minutesmins
Total Time30 minutesmins
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Italian
Servings: 4
Calories: 587kcal
Author: Kellie
Cost: $8
Equipment
skillet
Ingredients
1lbcheese tortellini
2tablespoonsolive oil
4clovesminced garlic
3/4cupHalf and Half
3/4cupHeavy Cream
1teaspoongarlic powder
1teaspoononion powder
1teaspoonItalian Seasoning
1cupgrated asiago cheese
3cupsbaby spinach
Kosher Salt and Pepper
Chopped basil and parsleyfor garnish
Crushed Red Pepperoptional
Instructions
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil over medium/high heat.
Cook according to package directions and drain reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.
Heat the olive oil over medium high heat and stir in the garlic. Cook for 1 minute.
Turn the heat to low and whisk in the half and half, heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder and Italian Seasoning. Cook until slightly thickened, approximately 3-5 minutes.
Stir in the cheese and cook until smooth.
Add the spinach and cook until beginning to wilt.
Fold in the tortellini and toss until coated.
Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with basil, parsley and crushed red pepper, if desired.
Notes
Asiago tortellini can be made up to 24 hours in advance. Reheat slowly over low heat or in the microwave until warmed through.