Savory Tortellini & Sausage Skillet with Creamy Tomato Basil Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground pork sausage
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup half and half
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 cups diced tomatoes
- 16 ounces cheese tortellini
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup plant-based ground sausage (optional)
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced (optional)
- 1 medium zucchini, diced (optional)
- 2 cups fresh spinach (optional)
- 1 cup carrots, thinly sliced (optional)
- 2 cups kale, chopped (optional)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Ingredients:
Chop the onion, mince the garlic, and dice the zucchini. Grate the Parmesan cheese and chop the basil leaves.
2. Cook the Sausage:
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, crumble and cook the ground pork sausage until browned, about PT5M 5 minutes. Remove excess grease if necessary.
3. Sauté Vegetables:
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until the onion is translucent, approximately PT3M 3 minutes.
4. Optional Ingredients:
If using, add plant-based ground sausage, sliced mushrooms, zucchini, carrots, spinach, and kale to the skillet. Cook for an additional PT5M 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Create the Sauce:
Pour in the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, and half and half. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
6. Cook the Tortellini:
Stir in the tortellini. Cover the skillet and let it simmer until the pasta is tender and cooked through, around PT10M 10 minutes.
7. Finishing Touches:
Stir in the sour cream to create a creamy texture. Add the fresh basil and half of the grated Parmesan cheese. Mix well and allow everything to heat through for PT3M 3 minutes.
8. Serve:
Remove from heat and serve the dish hot, garnished with the remaining Parmesan cheese. Enjoy the flavorful, creamy sauce enveloping the tender tortellini and sausage.
Preparation & Cooking Times
- Preparation Time: PT15M 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: PT26M 26 minutes
Total Time
- PT41M 41 minutes
Type of Dish
- Dinner
Keywords
1. Tortellini recipe
2. Sausage skillet
3. Creamy pasta
4. Tomato basil sauce
5. Stove-cooked dinner
6. One-pan meal
7. Family dinner recipe
8. Italian-inspired dish
9. Easy dinner idea
10. Cheesy tortellini
Recipe Yield
- Serves 4 adults
Calories
- Total Calories: 2,100
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