Creamy Spinach and Feta Stuffed Tortellini

This flavorful dish combines tender tortellini with a rich filling of creamy spinach and specialty feta cheese, perfect for cafes or catering. Bulk ingredients ensure cost efficiency without sacrificing taste.

Prep 20 min · Cook 15 min · Total 35 min · Serves 30 · Intermediate

Ingredients

• 5 lbs Fresh Tortellini (Bulk purchase recommended for cost efficiency.)
• 3 lbs Frozen Spinach (Thaw and drain before use.)
• 2 lbs Feta Cheese (Use a quality specialty feta for best flavor.)
• 1 lb Cream Cheese (Softened for easy mixing.)
• 6 cloves Garlic (Minced.)
• 1 cup Olive Oil (For sautéing and flavor.)
• to taste Salt (Adjust based on feta saltiness.)
• to taste Black Pepper (Freshly ground preferred.)
• 1 cup Parmesan Cheese (Grated, for topping.)
• 1 cup Fresh Basil (Chopped, for garnish.)

Instructions

1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. (1 min)
2. Add thawed and drained spinach to the skillet, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until heated through. (4 min)
3. In a mixing bowl, combine spinach mixture, feta cheese, cream cheese, salt, and pepper until well blended.
4. Cook tortellini according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
5. Gently fold the cheese and spinach mixture into the cooked tortellini until evenly coated.
6. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish, top with grated Parmesan cheese, and bake at 350°F for 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden. (15 min)
7. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Recipe by BoxNCase Test Kitchen for the BoxNCase Chef Network.