One-Pot Italian Sausage and Tortellini

This one-pot Italian sausage and tortellini is creamy, cheesy, and super tasty. It uses pantry and refrigerator staples, comes together quickly and can easily be doubled for a larger group.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Entree, Pasta

Cuisine: American

Calories: 544

Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients

1/2 pound Italian sausage
2 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons minced garlic or garlic paste
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
2 cups beef broth see cooks notes
1/4 cup heavy cream
8 ounces fresh cheese tortellini, such as Buitoni®
2 ounces garlic, chive, and onion cream cheese
1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
Fresh basil, for garnish

Method

Gather all ingredients.
Set a large skillet over medium heat. Break up sausage into bite-sized chunks, removing any casings. Add to the pan and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove sausage to a plate; set aside.
Let the skillet cool down for about 3 minutes; place back over medium heat and add butter, then garlic. Saute for 1 minute, then add black pepper, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes; stir.
Pour in beef broth and heavy cream; stir to combine.
Add tortellini, cream cheese, and browned sausage to the skillet and stir to combine. Bring to a simmer, cover, reduce heat, and cook until tortellini is tender, about 5 minutes. Check for doneness, and simmer for 2 or 3 minutes more if needed.
Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese. Serve in bowls with fresh basil on top.