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One-Pan Sausage Tortellini

A quick and easy one-pan dinner featuring savory sausage and cheesy tortellini in a creamy sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Spoon for breaking up sausage
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  • Measuring spoons
  • Airtight container for leftovers

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients

  • 11 ounces sausage Your favorite kind (Italian sausage recommended)
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.25 cup chicken broth
  • 1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juices
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • 1 (9 ounce) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach loosely packed
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • optional Freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions
 

  • Brown the sausage in a large skillet over medium heat, breaking it up into crumbles. Cook until browned and cooked through. Drain excess grease.
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  • Add minced garlic and stir for about a minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
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  • Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes with juices. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer.
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  • Stir in heavy cream, then add the refrigerated cheese tortellini.
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  • Cover and cook for 8-10 minutes, until tortellini are tender and plump.
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  • Uncover and stir in baby spinach until wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
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  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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  • Serve immediately, optionally topped with Parmesan cheese.
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Notes

This recipe is forgiving and can be customized with different sausages, pasta, or vegetables. Reheats well for leftovers.