Indulge in the rich flavors of Italian sausage paired with cheese tortellini in a creamy tomato sauce. This recipe combines savory sausage, tender pasta, and vibrant spinach for a satisfying meal that's quick and easy to prepare.
Ingredients: 1 lb Italian sausage. 1 package 20 oz refrigerated cheese tortellini. 2 tbsp olive oil. 4 cloves garlic, minced. 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes. 1 cup chicken broth. 1/2 cup heavy cream. 1 cup fresh spinach leaves. 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese. Salt and pepper to taste. Fresh basil leaves for garnish.
Instructions: Fry the Italian sausage in a big pan over medium-low heat until it turns brown and is fully cooked. Take it out of the pan and set it aside. Put olive oil in the same pan and heat it over medium-low heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until it smells good. To the pan, add chicken broth and diced tomatoes with their juices. Bring to a low boil. Add the heavy cream and stir it in. Then add the cooked sausage back to the pan. For 5 minutes, let it cook. In the meantime, cook the tortellini according to the directions on the package. Remove the water and set it aside. To the pan, add cooked tortellini and fresh spinach leaves. To make the spinach wilt, stir it slowly. Add grated Parmesan cheese on top of the tortellini mix. Add pepper and salt to taste. Before serving, sprinkle with fresh basil leaves. Enjoy while hot!
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
monika kapusniak