Description
Crockpot Cheese Tortellini and Sausage is a comforting dish that combines tender cheese tortellini, savory Italian sausage, and a creamy tomato sauce—all slow-cooked to perfection. This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, allowing you to savor rich flavors without spending hours in the kitchen. Just set it and forget it while your home fills with mouthwatering aromas!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (9 oz) package cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 2 cups marinara sauce (no added sugars)
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach (or kale)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 medium yellow onion (chopped)
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until translucent.
- Crumble in the Italian sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- In a crockpot, combine the sausage mixture with marinara sauce, heavy cream, spinach, and Italian seasoning.
- Gently fold in the cheese tortellini, ensuring each piece is coated with sauce.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours until tortellini is tender.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg