Forget about bringing a pot of water to a boil.

This one-pan dinner inspired by the classic Roman pasta couldnt be quicker.

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Key Takeaways

How to make a quick-cooking pasta even quicker?

Skillet Cacio e Pepe Tortellini With Wilted Greens in a Pot With a Serving Spoon, All on a White Kitchen Towel on the Counter, and in the Background, a Glass of Water and a Block of Pecorino Romani Cheese on a Cheese Board

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Ditch the pot of boiling water!

This is a comforting, feel-good meal thats fit for the busiest of weeknights.

Not to mention it means theres an extra dish to clean.

Skillet Cacio e Pepe Tortellini With Wilted Greens in a Pot With a Serving Spoon, All on a White Kitchen Towel on the Counter, and Next to It, a Bowl of Cracked Pepper, a Glass of Water, and a Block of Pecorino Romani Cheese

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This technique can be used with both fresh and frozen tortellini.

Both come pre-washed and wilted in just a minute or two under the heat of the pasta.

The resulting dish will be slightly less lively but still undoubtedly delicious.

Serving of Skillet Cacio e Pepe Tortellini With Wilted Greens on a Plate With a Fork, and in the Surroundings, a Small Bowl of Cracked Pepper, a Bowl With Another Serving, and a Block of Pecorino Romano on a Cheese Board With Some Freshly Grated Cheese

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Add the tortellini in an even layer.

Cook, tossing occasionally, until nicely browned in spots, 2 to 4 minutes.

Close Up of Skillet Cacio e Pepe Tortellini With Wilted Greens in a Pot With a Wooden Serving Spoon

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Add the water, kosher salt, and black pepper.

Stir with a wooden spoon to combine, scraping up browned bits from the bottom of the pan.

Simple Tip!

Tortellini Seared in a Dutch Oven for Skillet Cacio e Pepe Tortellini With Wilted Greens Recipe

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If using a baking sheet as a lid, handle it with a potholder.

Stir in the grated cheese and the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil.

Serve garnished with additional grated cheese and freshly ground black pepper.

Pot of Skillet Cacio e Pepe Tortellini After Water Evaporated

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Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

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Skillet Cacio e Pepe Tortellini With Wilted Greens in a Pot With a Serving Spoon, All on a White Kitchen Towel on the Counter, and in the Surroundings, a Glass of Water, a Block of Pecorino Romani Cheese on a Cheese Board, a Small Bowl of Cracked Pepper, and Two Forks on the Counter

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