Imagine a meal that combines the rich, hearty flavors of Italian sausage with the luxurious creaminess of a perfectly crafted sauce, all nestled around tender cheese tortellini. This One Pot Tortellini Sausage recipe is about to become your new obsession - a dish so delicious and easy to prepare that it'll have your family begging for seconds! In just 30 minutes, you can transform simple ingredients into a restaurant-worthy meal that's guaranteed to impress and satisfy even the pickiest eaters.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 package (9 oz) cheese tortellini
- 2 cups spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Remove sausage from casings and crumble into a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook sausage, breaking it into smaller pieces, until browned and fully cooked, approximately 6-8 minutes.
- Add diced onions to the skillet with the sausage. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until onions become translucent and slightly softened.
- Mince garlic and add to the skillet, stirring continuously for 30-45 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
- Pour heavy cream into the skillet, stirring to combine with sausage and onions. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Add cheese tortellini directly into the skillet, ensuring they are submerged in the cream sauce. Reduce heat to medium-low and cover, cooking for 7-9 minutes or until tortellini are tender.
- Stir in fresh spinach and allow it to wilt into the sauce, which should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the dish, stirring to melt and incorporate fully into the sauce.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Remove from heat and let stand for 2-3 minutes to allow sauce to thicken slightly before serving.
Tips
- Choose high-quality Italian sausage for maximum flavor - the type of sausage can make or break this dish.
- Don't rush the sausage browning process; developing those caramelized bits adds depth to your sauce.
- Use fresh spinach for the best texture and brightest color in the final dish.
- Keep the heat at a gentle simmer when cooking tortellini to prevent scorching and ensure even cooking.
- If the sauce seems too thick, you can thin it with a little chicken broth or pasta water.
- For extra richness, consider adding a splash of white wine when sautéing the onions.
- Serve immediately for the creamiest consistency, as the sauce will continue to thicken as it cools.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 462kcal
Carbohydrates: 31g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
