Description
Crockpot Cheese Tortellini and Sausage is the ultimate comfort food, combining creamy tortellini with hearty sausage in a rich, savory sauce. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights when you crave something warm and delicious. With minimal prep and a slow-cooked finish, it’s guaranteed to become a family favorite. The irresistible aroma will have everyone gathering around the table, eager to enjoy this delightful meal together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh or frozen cheese tortellini
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the sausage for about 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- In your crockpot, combine marinara sauce and heavy cream; stir until well mixed.
- Add the browned sausage, tortellini, spinach, garlic, and Italian seasoning to the crockpot. Gently mix to combine.
- Cover and set the crockpot on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours.
- About 15 minutes before serving, sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top and allow it to melt.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg