Description
A simple and delicious pasta dish perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- 1 pound cheese tortellini
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound Italian sausage, removed from casings
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook tortellini according to package directions.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add Italian sausage and cook, breaking it up, until browned.
- Add onion and cook until softened.
- Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add cooked tortellini to the sauce and toss to coat.
- Garnish with fresh basil, if desired.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- You can substitute ground beef or turkey for the Italian sausage.
- Add vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms for extra flavor.
- Adjust the amount of cream to your preference.
- For a spicier dish, add red pepper flakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American