One Pot Stick Butter Tortellini (Printer-Friendly Version)
A creamy, buttery tortellini dish with Italian sausage and parmesan, all prepared in one pot with simple steps.
# Ingredients Needed:
→ Protein
01 -
1 lb Italian chicken sausage, sliced
→ Pasta
02 -
24 oz cheese tortellini
→ Sauces & Dairy
03 -
1 stick (113 g) garlic and herb butter
04 -
2 tsp minced garlic
05 -
1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
06 -
4 oz (113 g) garlic and herb whipped cream cheese
07 -
1 cup (100 g) grated Parmesan cheese
→ Seasonings
08 -
1.5 tsp black pepper
09 -
1.5 tsp onion powder
10 -
2 tsp Italian seasoning
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1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
→ Broth & Herbs
12 -
1.5 cups (360 ml) beef broth
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Fresh basil, to taste
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 -
Slice the Italian chicken sausage and cook over medium-high heat in a large pot until fully browned and cooked through. Remove from pot and set aside.
02 -
Reduce heat to medium-low. Add butter and minced garlic to the same pot and cook for approximately 1 minute, stirring until fragrant.
03 -
Incorporate black pepper, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and optional red pepper flakes. Pour in beef broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine evenly.
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Add cheese tortellini and whipped cream cheese to the pot. Cover and simmer gently for 10 minutes until tortellini is tender and sauce thickens.
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Stir in grated Parmesan and fresh basil. Return cooked sausage to the pot, mixing thoroughly to coat in the sauce. Serve immediately.
# Helpful Hints:
01 -
Use fresh basil for best aroma and flavor; dried herbs may result in diminished freshness.
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Simmer tortellini covered to ensure even cooking and proper sauce consistency.