Easy Tortellini Pomodoro with Burrata

If you're looking for an easy dinner recipe the whole family will love, you have to try this tortellini pomodoro. It's simple, delicious, and perfect for a busy weeknight or a cozy Sunday night dinner. 

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You'll love this tortellini pomodoro

It's easy to make. You will love how easy it is to make this Pomodoro sauce homemade. It's done in under 45 minutes and can be frozen, too! 

It's delicious. This recipe is so simple yet hits the spot. It's full of flavor and just screams comfort. 

Ingredients

Tortellini. I like to use cheese tortellini, but you can use whatever you prefer!

San Marzano Tomatoes. A traditional Pomodoro sauce does call for fresh tomatoes, but I love using San Marzano canned tomatoes for my homemade pasta sauces. 

Olive Oil. You'll need a good quality olive oil for this recipe.

Garlic. Garlic helps add flavor and depth to this pasta sauce. I typically use an entire head of garlic.

Onion. Onion, like garlic, helps add a great savory flavor.

Salt. To balance the acid and sweetness from the tomatoes, you'll need to add some salt to this sauce. 

Black Pepper. As a finishing touch to add just the slightest bit of "heat," I like to add black pepper. 

Fresh Basil Leaves. Fresh basil is a must! It adds such a delicious herby flavor. If you need a basil substitute, here are some ideas for you.  

What you'll need

• Immersion blender
• Dutch Oven
• Large Pot
• Large Skillet

If you are not using a Dutch oven, I recommend blending the tomatoes in a blender and then making this Pomodoro sauce in a large stock pot. 

How to make tortellini pomodoro

1. In a large heavy-bottomed pot, like a Dutch oven, sautee your olive oil, garlic, and onions over medium heat.
2. Once your onions are translucent, add in your 28 oz can of San Marzano tomatoes.
3. Let the tomatoes cook down for about 10 minutes, add in your basil, then take your immersion blender and blend until smooth. 
4. Let it simmer on low heat for 30 minutes.
5. While your sauce is simmering, bring a large pot of salted water to boil over medium-high heat.
6. Cook your tortellini pasta for 4 minutes and then strain them, but save ¼ cups of the pasta water. 
7. In your large pot, add the cooked tortellini back in and add about 1 ½ cups of Pomodoro sauce and a splash of pasta water.
8. Mix well and transfer to a serving dish.
9. Top with burrata, parmesan cheese, and fresh basil. 

What is pomodoro in Italian food? 

Pomodoro is a simple tomato sauce using tomatoes, olive oil, garlic and basil. It is such an easy recipe using such simple ingredients.

Substitutions and variations

Tortellini. I prefer to use cheese tortellini, but you can use whatever you'd like in this tortellini recipe.

Heavy Cream. Add ½ cup of heavy cream to the sauce to make a creamy sauce. You'd also like this gnocchi alla vodka if you like a creamy pasta sauce, too.

Garlic Powder. If you don't have fresh garlic, garlic powder will do.

Red Pepper Flakes. If you want to add a hint of spice, add some red pepper flakes. 

Store-Bought Sauce. If you want to go the super easy route with this recipe, you can find a Pomodoro sauce at the grocery store to use. 

Storing and reheating this tortellini pomodoro

Store any leftover tortellini in an airtight container and simply microwave for 30-second increments until heated through. 

FAQs

Do Italians eat tortellini with sauce?

They are typically served in broth!

What is pomodoro sauce vs marinara?

Pomodoro sauce is smooth whereas marinara is chunky and often uses more ingredients like oregano and red peppers. 

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