Creamy Italian Sausage Tortellini (Print-Friendly Version)
Delicate tortellini, sausage, and creamy tomato Alfredo sauce topped with mozzarella and herbs.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 pound Italian sausage
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1 medium onion, chopped
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1 tablespoon minced garlic
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15 ounces Alfredo sauce
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15 ounces marinara sauce
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19 ounces frozen cheese tortellini
→ Seasonings and Finishes
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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Parsley flakes, for garnish
# How to Make It:
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add Italian sausage and chopped onion, sautéing until sausage is browned and onion is softened. Drain excess fat from the skillet.
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Decrease heat to medium-low. Add the minced garlic, Alfredo sauce, marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Stir thoroughly to integrate the flavors.
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Add frozen cheese tortellini to the skillet, stirring to coat evenly with sauce. Cover and simmer for several minutes until the tortellini is fully heated and tender.
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Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the tortellini. Place the skillet in a 400°F oven for a few minutes to melt the cheese, or cover and allow the cheese to melt on the stovetop.
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Remove from heat, sprinkle with parsley flakes, and serve the dish warm.
# Extra Suggestions:
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This dish can be prepared entirely in one pan, streamlining both cooking and cleanup.