Easy Tortellini and Meatballs
Keep a few staple items in your freezer and pantry and you can whip up this comforting dish at a moment's notice.
Ingredients
- 1 (9 oz) package of fresh cheese tortellini
- ½ a 6 ounce can of tomato paste
- 1 cup chicken stock
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Frozen fully cooked meatballs as many as you want
Instructions
- Brown the frozen meatballs on all sides in a large pan with a little olive oil. Add the tomato paste and cook for 30 seconds. Add the chicken stock while stirring until the tomato paste and chicken stock is well combined. Add cream and optional pepper flakes.
- Simmer on low with a lid on until the meatballs are fully heated through, about 5-10 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper if necessary.
- Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add a little olive oil. Cook the tortellini according to the package directions. A way to tell that they’re done is when they all float to the top. Drain and add tortellini to the sauce. Coat and serve.
TIP: Feel free to add any seasonings or herbs that you want, such as garlic powder, dried oregano, fresh thyme, or parsley.