Tortellini with Sausage (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Protein
01 -
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
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11 oz crumbled Italian sausage
→ Sauce
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1/2 cup rich cream
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14 oz canned diced tomatoes with their juices
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1/4 cup chicken stock
→ Pasta & Vegetables
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Freshly grated parmesan (optional)
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Season with a pinch of salt and pepper
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2 cups raw baby spinach
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9 oz pack of fresh cheese-filled tortellini
# Instructions:
01 -
Heat a large pan and brown the sausage crumbles, stirring often. Get rid of extra fat if there's too much.
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Mix in the garlic, chicken stock, diced tomatoes, cream, and tortellini. Let it simmer uncovered for 5-7 minutes until the tortellini is cooked.
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Toss in the spinach and cook until it softens. Sprinkle salt and pepper to taste. Add parmesan on top if you'd like.
# Notes:
01 -
You can pick any type of Italian sausage.
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Using heavy cream keeps the sauce smooth.
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Starch from the pasta helps naturally thicken the sauce.