Description
Crockpot Cheese Tortellini and Sausage is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. This easy-to-make dish combines savory Italian sausage, creamy marinara, and tender cheese tortellini, all simmered to perfection in your slow cooker. With minimal effort and maximum flavor, it’s sure to impress family and friends at any gathering. Ideal for busy weeknights or cozy weekends, this delightful meal wraps you in warmth and satisfaction.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or mild)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the Italian sausage for about 5-7 minutes until cooked through.
- Stir in marinara sauce and heavy cream; combine well.
- Transfer the mixture to a crockpot; add cheese tortellini and spinach, mixing gently.
- Cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours until heated through.
- Before serving, sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan on top and stir to combine.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg