Best Tortellini With Tex Mex Creme Sauce Recipes

TORTELLINI WITH TOMATO-CREAM SAUCE

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This tortellini with tomato cream sauce is mouthwatering. Put spinach, tomatoes and other pantry staples to use in this warm and satisfying dish. -Barbra Stanger, West Jordan, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 package (16 ounces) frozen cheese tortellini
1 small onion, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Additional grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the tomatoes, spinach, basil, salt and pepper. Cook and stir over medium heat until liquid is absorbed, about 3 minutes., Stir in cream and cheese. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until thickened, 8-10 minutes. , Drain tortellini; toss with sauce. Sprinkle with additional cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 459 calories, Fat 33g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 99mg cholesterol, Sodium 835mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

TORTELLINI WITH TOMATO SPINACH CREAM SAUCE

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I enjoy all things pasta, and tortellini is my favorite. The flavor of this dish is amazing. Even my husband, who hates pasta of any kind, loves it! It's a great recipe for non-spinach fans to try, too. -Jenny Dubinsky, Inwood, West Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) petite diced tomatoes, undrained
5 ounces frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry (about 1/2 cup)
1 teaspoon dried basil
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 package (19 ounces) frozen cheese tortellini
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender, 2-3 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add tomatoes, spinach and seasonings. Cook and stir over medium heat until liquid is absorbed, about 3 minutes., Stir in cream; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until thickened, about 10 minutes. Meanwhile, cook tortellini according to package directions; drain. Stir into sauce. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404 calories, Fat 22g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 80mg cholesterol, Sodium 810mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

TORTELLINI WITH GARLIC CREAM SAUCE

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Make and share this Tortellini With Garlic Cream Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by kzbhansen

Categories Brunch

Time 30m

Yield 1 dish, 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 (9 ounce) package cheese-filled tortellini
1 tablespoon oil
1 tablespoon butter
3 -5 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
1 cup half-and-half
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup olive, sliced
2 teaspoons herbs, of your choice Rosemary, basil, dill, marjoram, oregano

Steps:

Cook tortellini according to the package directions; set aside.
In a large pan, heat oil and butter. Sauté garlic 2 minutes.
In a cup stir together half and half, broth, and cornstarch; pour into skillet.
Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 3 minutes.
Stir in the herbs, olives, garlic, and tortellini; cook 2 minutes to heat through.
Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480.6, Fat 26.4, SaturatedFat 12.2, Cholesterol 75.8, Sodium 880.5, Carbohydrate 46.9, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 1.1, Protein 15.1

SMOKY TEX-MEX BARBECUE SAUCE

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This is one of the best barbecue sauces I have tasted in a long time. It can be used as a marinade, a basting sauce and a dipping sauce. I used it for pork ribs but it would be good with chicken, too.

Provided by Irmgard

Categories Sauces

Time 15m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

2 teaspoons vegetable oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/3 cup onion, minced
3/4 cup ketchup
1/3 cup water
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
4 teaspoons brown sugar, packed
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon liquid smoke

Steps:

In a saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat; fry the garlic and onion, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 3 minutes.
Add the ketchup, water, vinegar, sugar, chili powder, oregano, Worcestershire sauce, cumin, mustard, salt and liquid smoke; bring to a boil.
Reduce the heat and simmer until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes.
Let cool before using for marinating or basting. If using as a dipping sauce, measure off the required amount, reheat and thin with a little water.

TORTELLINI WITH TEX MEX CREME SAUCE RECIPE

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Provided by Dottiejk

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

18 ounce cheese tortelloni; cooked, drained
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup scallions; sliced
1 jalapeno peppers; seeded, sliced
1-1/2 teaspoon garlic; minced
16 ounce crushed tomatoes in puree
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/4 cup cream cheese
1/4 cup cilantro (fresh); chopped

Steps:

Heat oil in large nonstick skillet. Add scallions, jalapeno, and garlic. Stir over medium heat 1 minute or fragrant. Stir in tomatoes and salt, bring to a simmer and simmer 1 minute or until slightly thickened. Add cream cheese; stir until cheese melts. Remove from heat and stir in cilantro. Spoon tortellini into serving bowls; top with sauce and garnish with cilantro.