Description
Quick and easy Marry Me Tortellini recipe. Perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 pound cheese tortellini
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound Italian sausage, removed from casings
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, oil-packed, drained and chopped
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook tortellini according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- 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, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and sun-dried tomatoes; cook for 1 minute more.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, until sauce thickens slightly.
- Add cooked tortellini and basil to the sauce. Toss to combine.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- You can substitute ground beef or turkey for the Italian sausage.
- Adjust the amount of heavy cream to your preference for sauce consistency.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American