Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Creamy Burrata Tortiglioni, a delightful Italian pasta dish that combines tender tortiglioni with a luxurious cream sauce, topped with luscious burrata cheese. This comforting meal is perfect for any occasion, from family dinners to romantic date nights. With its vibrant ingredients like sweet cherry tomatoes and fresh spinach, this dish not only tastes amazing but also looks stunning on your table. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights when you crave something special yet easy to make.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces tortiglioni pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 ounces burrata cheese, torn into pieces
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the tortiglioni in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Stir in fresh spinach, salt, and pepper; cook until wilted (about 1-2 minutes).
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer for a couple of minutes until thickened.
- Toss the cooked tortiglioni into the skillet to coat in the sauce, then fold in burrata and Parmesan until melted.
- Garnish with freshly chopped basil and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 95mg