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A close-up of a white bowl filled with sausage spinach tortellini in a creamy sauce, topped with grated cheese.

Sausage Spinach Tortellini

A quick and elegant pasta dish featuring sausage, spinach, and tortellini in a creamy sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 1 package Refrigerated cheese tortellini 19-20 oz
For the Sauce
  • 1 lb Italian sausage casings removed
  • 1 medium Onion chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 5 oz Fresh spinach
  • 1.5 cup Heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 1/4 tsp Red pepper flakes optional
  • Salt Salt to taste
  • Black pepper Black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet

Method
 

  1. Cook tortellini according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  2. While tortellini cooks, brown the Italian sausage in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Break up the meat with a spoon. Drain off excess grease.
  3. Add the chopped onion to the skillet with the sausage and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Add the fresh spinach to the skillet, a handful at a time, stirring until it wilts.
  6. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth.
  8. Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.
  9. Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet with the sauce. Toss gently to coat.
  10. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.

Notes

For a lighter sauce, you can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream, but the sauce will be thinner.

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