Tender cheese tortellini enveloped in a rich, velvety sauce, with savory sausage and vibrant vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale:
12 ounces cheese tortellini
1 pound Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic (minced)
2 cups fresh spinach (chopped)
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste
Instructions
In a large pot over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Once hot, add the sausage, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
Add minced garlic to the pot and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant but not browned.
Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
Add in the heavy cream, stirring well to combine. Allow it to simmer gently for about 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, cook the tortellini according to package instructions in a separate pot. Drain and set aside.
Once the sauce has thickened slightly, add the cooked tortellini to the pot. Sprinkle in the Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper, and stir until everything is well combined and heated through.
Serve immediately, garnishing with additional Parmesan if desired.
