Description
Crockpot Cheese Tortellini and Sausage is a delightful, comforting dish that brings the family together for a warm and hearty meal. This easy recipe features tender cheese tortellini, savory sausage, and a rich tomato sauce simmered to perfection in your slow cooker. Simply prepare the ingredients, let them cook, and enjoy the enticing aroma wafting through your home. Perfect for busy weeknights or potlucks, this dish is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (20 oz) package cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or mild)
- 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh basil (chopped)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until translucent.
- Add sliced sausage to the skillet; brown until crispy.
- Transfer sautéed mixture to the crockpot. Stir in crushed tomatoes and tortellini.
- Season with salt, pepper, and any additional herbs you prefer. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours.
- About 15 minutes before serving, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top to melt.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg