Cut 1 cup of cherry tomatoes in half
Chop 1 tablespoon fresh parsley and 2 tablespoons fresh basil
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil on medium-high heat
Add 1 lb ground beef and season with red pepper flakes, Italian seasoning, paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper
Brown the meat for 7-10 minutes until cooked through
Set meat aside, leaving juices in the pot
Reduce heat to low-medium and add 2 tablespoons butter
Once melted, add 1 tablespoon garlic, cherry tomatoes, and 3 tablespoons tomato paste, cooking for a couple minutes until garlic is browned
Add 3 cups heavy cream and stir
Add 4 cups chicken broth or stock and stir
Add 2 tablespoons cream cheese, ¼ cup sundried tomatoes, and ¾ cup parmesan cheese, mixing well
Bring to a boil
Add 10 oz cheese tortellini and cooked meat back into the pot
Cook tortellini according to package directions
Add 1 cup spinach, chopped parsley, and chopped basil
Season with salt and pepper to taste
Serve in bowls topped with additional parmesan, crushed pepper, and parsley
