Description
Creamy Tortellini with Smoked Sausage is a comforting and savory dish featuring tender cheese tortellini simmered in a rich, creamy sauce with smoky sausage, bell peppers, and aromatic garlic and herbs. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner, this recipe combines bold flavors with a velvety texture that delights every bite.
Ingredients
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Protein and Vegetables
- 14 oz smoked sausage, sliced
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 6-7 garlic cloves, minced
Liquids and Dairy
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 5.3 oz Boursin garlic and fine herbs cheese
- 3 oz shaved or grated Parmesan cheese
Pasta and Seasonings
- 19 oz frozen cheese tortellini
- 1 tbsp veggie seasoning blend
- 1/2-1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Brown the Sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add sliced smoked sausage and sauté until browned and slightly crisp. Remove the sausage from the pan and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add diced onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper to the skillet. Sprinkle with veggie seasoning blend. Cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened and slightly caramelized.
- Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant, taking care not to burn the garlic.
- Create the Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Add the Boursin garlic and fine herbs cheese, stirring continuously until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Cook Tortellini: Add the frozen cheese tortellini to the skillet. Bring the mixture to a boil, then cover the pan, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 10 minutes until the tortellini is cooked al dente.
- Finish the Dish: Uncover the pan and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes if using. Return the browned sausage to the skillet. Continue to simmer uncovered until the sauce thickens slightly, about 2-3 minutes. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve: Serve the creamy tortellini with smoked sausage hot and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheating: Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat adding a splash of chicken broth or cream to loosen the sauce. Alternatively, microwave in short intervals stirring halfway through for even heating.
- The tortellini stays al dente when freshly cooked but will soften slightly as leftovers.
- You can adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level or omit entirely for a milder dish.
- Use a good quality smoked sausage for the best flavor impact.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
