Tortellini Sausage Alfredo
Indulge in the creamy, savory goodness of this Tortellini Sausage Alfredo, a comforting and flavor-packed pasta dish that's ready in just 30 minutes! Tender cheese-stuffed tortellini pairs perfectly with hearty Italian sausage in a rich, velvety Alfredo sauce made from butter, garlic, heavy cream, and freshly grated Parmesan. A hint of crushed red pepper flakes adds optional heat, while a garnish of fresh parsley delivers a burst of color and freshness. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or an impressive yet effortless meal for guests, this one-pan recipe combines classic Italian flavors with ultimate convenience. Serve it with a crisp green salad and garlic bread for a complete, satisfying meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 20 oz Cheese tortellini (fresh or refrigerated)
- 12 oz Italian sausage (mild or spicy, casings removed)
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 3 units Garlic cloves (minced)
- 1.5 cups Heavy cream
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the cheese tortellini according to the package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining, then set the cooked tortellini aside.
In a large, deep skillet or saucepan, heat over medium heat and cook the Italian sausage, breaking it into small pieces with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and fully cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the sausage from the skillet with a slotted spoon and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low and melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine with the garlic. Allow the mixture to simmer gently for 2-3 minutes while stirring occasionally.
Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until completely melted and smooth. Add the salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using) to season the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, stir in a small amount of the reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
Return the cooked sausage to the skillet, stirring to coat it evenly in the Alfredo sauce.
Gently fold the cooked tortellini into the sauce and sausage mixture until everything is well combined and heated through, about 2-3 minutes.
Serve the Tortellini Sausage Alfredo immediately, garnished with fresh chopped parsley and extra Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1139 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.2 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.3 g | 192% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 228 mg | 76% | |
| Sodium | 1923 mg | 84% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.8 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.8 g | ||
| Protein | 39.4 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 460 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 446 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
