Tortellini With Sausage, Tomatoes and Cream Recipe

Name: Tortellini With Sausage, Tomatoes and Cream
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (20 ounce) package fresh tortellini; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 lb sweet Italian sausage, casings removed and crumbled; ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes; ½ cup onion, diced; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 ½ cups heavy cream; 1 (28 ounce) can plum tomatoes, drained and coarsely chopped; ½ teaspoon salt; 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced

Servings: persons

1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
2
Cook pasta in boiling water for 6 to 8 minutes, drain.
3
Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat.
4
Add sausage and pepper flakes.
5
Cook until sausage is no longer pink, stirring often, about 8 minutes, drain.
6
Add onion and garlic to skillet and cook until onion is tender and sausage is light brown, stirring often, about 7 minutes.
7
Stir in cream, tomatoes, salt and parsley.
8
Simmer until mixture thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.
9
Stir cooked pasta into sauce, and heat through.

507

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (20 ounce) package fresh tortellini, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 lb sweet Italian sausage, casings removed and crumbled, ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes, and more.

Yes, Tortellini With Sausage, Tomatoes and Cream falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Tortellini With Sausage, Tomatoes and Cream

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