Tortellini in a Spinach & Feta Sauce
Ingredients
1 and 1/2 pounds tortellini pasta, cooked according to the package instructions
3-4 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
3-4 garlic cloves, grated
8 ounces spinach, roughly chopped
4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
1 cup heavy whipping cream
salt to taste
black pepper
a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
Cook the onion with the oil in a large skillet over medium heat until soft and golden. About 8-10 minutes.
Add the garlic and warm through for a few seconds.
Add the spinach and cook until just wilted.
Add the crumbled heavy cream, crumbled feta, and season with salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil and add the tortellini to the skillet.
Add about 1 cup of the pasta water and toss together. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.