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sausage tortellini alfredo on a white plate
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Sausage Alfredo Tortellini

Sausage alfredo tortellini is a 20 minute dinner in a zesty cream sauce. With spicy Italian sausage, cheesy alfredo and pillowy tortellini, the whole family is sure to love it!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Dinner, Entree, Main Course, Pasta
Cuisine: American, Italian
Servings: 6
Calories: 658kcal
Author: Meaghan @ 4 Sons R Us

Ingredients

  • 1 9 oz pkg refrigerated cheese tortellini
  • 1 19 oz pkg Italian sausages thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 4 tsp minced garlic
  • 1/2 tsp zesty Italian dressing mix
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 3/4 cup cream
  • 2 oz cream cheese softened and cubed
  • 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • salt & pepper to taste
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Instructions

  • Bring a pot of heavily salted water to a boil. Cook the tortellini according to package instructions. Drain, and set aside.
    1 9 oz pkg refrigerated cheese tortellini
  • While waiting for the water to boil, in a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sliced sausages until cooked and nicely browned. Transfer to a plate or bowl.
    1 19 oz pkg Italian sausages
  • Add the butter to the drippings, stirring to melt. Stir in the garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes until fragrant, about a minute. 
    2 tbsp butter, 4 tsp minced garlic, 1/2 tsp zesty Italian dressing mix, 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • Stir in the flour, constantly whisking until slightly browned and the flour taste has cooked out, about a minute or so. A little at a time, whisking constantly-add in the milk and cream, waiting each time until the roux has reformed before adding some more, until it's all come together. 
    2 tbsp flour, 3/4 cup milk, 3/4 cup cream
  • Let the mixture simmer, whisking occasionally, until thickened, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the cheese. When the cheese has melted, add the sausage & pasta to the skillet. Stir until everything's evenly combined. Salt & pepper, to taste.
    2 oz cream cheese, 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, salt & pepper
  • Serve immediately.

Notes

  • You can substitute any kind of tortellini you like.
  • Ground Italian sausage would also work in this recipe.
  • Avoid skim milk in the sauce. The sauce won't thicken as well.

Nutrition

Calories: 658kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 52g | Saturated Fat: 24g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 18g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 144mg | Sodium: 1006mg | Potassium: 331mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 788IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 197mg | Iron: 2mg