Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Crockpot Cheese Tortellini and Sausage—a warm, creamy dish that combines savory sausage, tender tortellini, and rich cheese for a delightful meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe offers a satisfying experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or mild)
- 1 (20 oz) package cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach (or 1 cup frozen)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (divided)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions and minced garlic until translucent.
- Crumble in the Italian sausage and cook until browned; drain excess fat.
- In your crockpot, combine the sautéed mixture with tortellini, heavy cream, spinach, chicken broth, and half of the Parmesan cheese. Stir well.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours.
- Once cooked, serve hot topped with remaining Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours on low / 2 hours on high
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg