Sausage Tortellini Alfredo

Indulge in the creamy, hearty delight of Sausage Tortellini Alfredo, a fast and flavorful dish perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. This irresistible recipe combines tender cheese-filled tortellini, savory Italian sausage, and a luxuriously rich homemade Alfredo sauce made with heavy cream, cream cheese, and freshly grated Parmesan. The sauce is infused with the aromatic touch of minced garlic and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a beautiful and flavorful garnish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this one-pan meal delivers restaurant-quality comfort food with minimal effort. Whether you choose mild or spicy sausage, this creamy pasta dish is sure to satisfy every craving. Serve it hot for a family-friendly feast that’s guaranteed to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 20 ounces Cheese tortellini
• 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
• 2 cups Heavy cream
• 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 4 ounces Cream cheese
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, optional for garnish)
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the cheese tortellini according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

While the tortellini cooks, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it into small pieces with a wooden spoon, and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the unsalted butter. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the heavy cream and cream cheese to the skillet. Stir frequently until the cream cheese is fully melted and combined, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Gradually stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese, continuing to stir until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Season the Alfredo sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 6

Add the cooked sausage to the skillet, followed by the cooked tortellini. Toss everything together gently to coat the pasta evenly in the creamy sauce.

Step 7

Cook for another 2-3 minutes to warm everything through.

Step 8

Serve immediately, garnished with chopped fresh parsley, if desired. Enjoy your Sausage Tortellini Alfredo!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1924.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5899.8

Total Fat 443.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 232.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.0g
Cholesterol 1325.4mg	0%
Sodium 9286.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 225.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.1g	0%
Total Sugars 8.6g
Protein 221.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3481.1mg	0%
Iron 11.1mg	0%
Potassium 1640.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 69.1%

Protein: 15.3%

Carbs: 15.6%