Description
Crockpot Cheese Tortellini and Sausage is a comforting dish that warms both the heart and the belly. Imagine tender cheese tortellini enveloped in a creamy sauce, complemented by flavorful Italian sausage. This one-pot wonder is easy to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With minimal effort, you can create a meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (9 oz) cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach (or 1 cup frozen)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook sliced sausage until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- In the crockpot, combine marinara sauce and softened cream cheese; stir until smooth.
- Add tortellini and spinach, mixing well.
- Sprinkle with garlic powder and Italian seasoning; stir gently.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg