Hearty Sausage Tortellini
Experience a comforting classic with our Hearty Sausage Tortellini. This recipe combines the robust flavors of savory Italian sausage with the delicate texture of cheese-filled tortellini, all enveloped in a luscious tomato and cream sauce. Perfect for a cozy dinner that brings Italian flair and warmth to your table.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Italian sausage preferably spicy, casing removed
- 1 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup crushed tomatoes organic is best
- 0.5 cup heavy cream or double cream
- 2 tbsp fresh basil chopped
- 2 cups cheese tortellini fresh or store-bought
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
- 1 pinch salt to taste
- 1 pinch black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it apart with a spatula. Sauté until browned and slightly crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic to the sausage and cook until fragrant, approximately 1 minute.
- Pour in the crushed tomatoes, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let cook for 5 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Stir in the heavy cream, incorporating it fully until the sauce becomes rich and creamy. Allow it to simmer gently for another 3 minutes.
- Season with salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste. Fold in the fresh basil.
- Meanwhile, cook the tortellini in a pot of boiling salted water according to package instructions or until they float to the top, about 2-3 minutes for fresh.
- Drain the tortellini and add them to the sauce. Toss gently to coat the pasta thoroughly in the sauce.
- Serve the tortellini in warmed bowls, garnished with generous amounts of freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes. Substitute chicken sausage for a lighter variant or use whole wheat tortellini for a healthier option.
Nutrition
Calories: 574kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 23gFat: 41gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 107mgSodium: 961mgPotassium: 379mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 718IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 280mgIron: 3mg
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