Buttered Tomato Tortellini

Well, it may be a little bit of a “cheater” recipe, but it’s still really, really fantastic! 

 

And homemade tortellini is so much work, right? So, we can now classify this as “an easy weeknight meal.”

Simply pick up some pre-made spinach tortellini from the refrigerated section of the market, some butter, and some heirloom cherry tomatoes. Add some sea salt and a lot of black pepper, and wham bam, you’ve got an amazing meal!!!

Buttered Tomato Tortellini 

1 lb. spinach tortellini
4 Tbs. butter (yes, it’s a lot, but it’s worth it)
1 pint heirloom cherry tomatoes
sea salt
LOTS of fresh ground pepper

 

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. 

 

Season with salt.

Boil the tortellini for 4 minutes.

Drain and set aside.

 

Meanwhile, melt the butter in a smaller pot over medium heat. 

 

Add the tomatoes and cook down for about 20 minutes. Season with sea salt and pepper.

 

Pour the broken-down tomato sauce over the tortellini and top with additional black pepper.

 

That’s it!