Creamy Tomato Basil Tortellini

Ingredients

 * 20 oz. package tortellini (cheese, chicken, sausage, spinach, etc.)
 * 2 Tbsp butter
 * 1/2 small onion, diced
 * 4 cloves garlic, minced
 * 3 Tbsp all-purpose flour
 * 1 1/4 cup whole milk
 * 1/2 cup heavy cream
 * 14.5 oz. can diced tomatoes, with juice
 * 5 oz. fresh baby spinach
 * 3 Tbsp fresh basil, chapped
 * 3/4 cup. Parmesan cheese, finely shredded
 * Salt and pepper, to taste
 * Red chili flakes, to taste (optional)

Instructions

 * 1) Cook tortellini according to package instructions, and drain.
 * 2) In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and saute until translucent.
 * 3) Add garlic and saute until fragrant.
 * 4) Add flour and stir constantly for about one minute.
 * 5) Slowly whisk in the milk and heavy cream until smooth. Continue to stir until the sauce begins to simmer.
 * 6) Add tomatoes, spinach, and basil, season with salt and pepper. Continue to cook until the sauce has thickened and the spinach has wilted.
 * 7) Add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted.
 * 8) Remove the sauce from the heat, and toss the cooked and drained tortellini into the sauce. Mix until evenly coated.
 * 9) Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and/or chili flakes (optional).