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Creamy One-Pot Sausage and Spinach Tortellini

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A quick and easy one-pot meal featuring Italian sausage, fresh spinach, and cheese tortellini in a creamy sauce. Perfect for comforting weeknight dinners or casual entertaining.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound Italian sausage, removed from casing and crumbled
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
  • 3 cups chicken broth, preferably low sodium
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 cups fresh spinach, loosely packed and roughly chopped
  • 9 ounces cheese tortellini, fresh or frozen
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Add crumbled Italian sausage and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through.
  3. Add diced onion and minced garlic to the sausage. Cook for 3-4 minutes until onion softens and becomes translucent.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir gently and bring to a gentle simmer for about 5 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Toss in chopped fresh spinach and stir until wilted, about 2 minutes.
  6. Add cheese tortellini to the simmering sauce, making sure they are submerged. Cover and cook according to package instructions (3-5 minutes for fresh, 5-7 minutes for frozen).
  7. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes (if using), and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Sauce should be thick and glossy.
  8. Serve immediately, topped with extra Parmesan if desired.

Notes

If sauce gets too thick, add a splash more broth or cream to loosen it. Avoid overcooking tortellini to prevent mushiness. Use a good non-stick skillet for easier cleanup. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and use dairy-free cheese and pasta. For gluten-free, use gluten-free tortellini.

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Keywords: one-pot meal, sausage, spinach, tortellini, creamy pasta, quick dinner, comfort food

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