Crockpot Cheese Tortellini and Sausage: A Cozy, Flavorful Delight
A deliciously comforting dish featuring cheese tortellini and savory sausage, perfect for cozy family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Total Time: 5 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: main course
- Method: slow cooker
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound cheese tortellini
- 1 pound Italian sausage, casing removed
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a crockpot, add the Italian sausage and cook until browned.
- Stir in the marinara sauce, garlic, and Italian seasoning.
- Add the cheese tortellini and stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the heavy cream and cheeses.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with garlic bread or a fresh salad.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Crockpot Cheese Tortellini and Sausage