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Cheesy Sausage Tortellini

Published: Oct 17, 2018 · Modified: Apr 18, 2020 by Ashley Lecker · This post may contain affiliate links · 14 Comments

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This month I am participating in the Fantastical Food Fight. The theme for this month is PASTA, and it is appropriate considering October is National Pasta Month. I really enjoy this challenge because it is a fun opportunity to connect with other bloggers, and use a like theme, but get a large variety of recipes. 
 
I am all about simplicity, and this month I made one of my families favorite recipes. Cheesy, Sausage Tortellini. 
Tortellini and sliced smoked sausage in a whie bowl covered in tomato sauce
 
This recipe combines cheese tortellini, smoked turkey sausage, tomato sauce, and a little cream. It is also ready in under 3o minutes. Yes. 30 minutes. To me, under 30 minutes and my kiddos love it- sign me up! As I said, this recipe uses cheese tortellini, but I have experimented with other fillings like spinach and Italian sausage. Both worked well, but I prefer the simple flavor of the cheese with the smoked turkey sausage. I love to serve this meal with a big Caesar salad to balance the hearty pasta and sausage. 
Tortellini and sliced smoked sausage in a whie bowl covered in tomato sauce
I have to tell you the funny experience I had when I first introduced my boys to tortellini, mind you they have eaten it since they were very little but do not remember, they were totally freaked out by the shape, and thought I had served them ravioli that someone stepped on. I had to repeatedly explain pasta variations, and they finally tried it and stated that it was the best ravioli they ever had.
 
I am marking that as a win. Kids are so odd sometimes. 
 
Tortellini and sliced smoked sausage in a whie bowl covered in tomato sauce
 I am excited to see what challenge we will be given in November, but check out Fantastical Food Fight and sign-up to join the fun! 
 
Similar Recipes: 
 
Creamy Tortellini and Sausage Soup
 
One-Pot BLT Tortellini Skillet
 
Tortellini Primavera
 
Tortellini and sliced smoked sausage in a whie bowl covered in tomato sauce

Cheesy Sausage Tortellini

Ashley Lecker
5 from 9 votes
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 25 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 lb smoked turkey sausage, sliced into bite sized rounds
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 ⅔ cups chicken broth
  • 15 oz can of tomato sauce
  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • 18 oz cheese tortellini
  • salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large rimmed skillet over medium heat. 
  • Add sausage and brown on both sides. Add garlic and stir until golden, about 20-30 seconds.
  • Add broth, tomato sauce, cream, tortellini, and stir to combine. Bring to a light simmer. 
  • Cover and simmer over low heat for 15 minutes until tortellini are tender and sauce has reduced.

Notes

The sauce will become thicken as the pasta cools. 
Half and Half can be substituted, but it will result is a slightly thinner sauce. 
Recipe adapted from: Kevin and Amanda
Tried this recipe? I'd love to see it! Mention @CheeseCurdInParadise or tag #cheesecurdinparadise on Instagram!

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  1. Wendy Klik

    October 17, 2018 at 12:47 pm

    I know this would be a hit with the teen and toddler here too. Thanks.

    Reply
  2. Karen

    October 17, 2018 at 2:53 pm

    Cheese tortellini is such an amazing ingredient. Love that you combined it with sausage.

    Reply
  3. Camilla

    October 17, 2018 at 6:08 pm

    My boys would LOVE this. I'll have to try it soon!

    Reply
  4. Rafeeda - The Big Sweet Tooth

    October 18, 2018 at 1:17 am

    This would be an instant hit at my home for sure! Looks very comforting...

    Reply
  5. Sarah E.

    October 18, 2018 at 7:27 am

    My daughter, mind you who loves all pasta/cheese, would refuse to eat tortellini when she was younger and we told her it was tort-tol-eoni. For some reason, mispronouncing it worked and she ate it 🙂 Kids are odd! haha

    I didn't eat smoked sausage/kielbasa as a kid, but I love it now, so I definitely want to try this recipe asap! I feel like I haven't had a good sausage recipe on my meal plan lately!

    Reply
  6. Mahy Elamin

    November 28, 2018 at 12:39 pm

    OMG this literally looks like the perfect winter dinner!!!! Funnily enough I just picked up a package of tortellini the other day because I’ve developed a serious craving.

    Reply
  7. Dan Zehr

    November 28, 2018 at 12:43 pm

    Looks wonderful. Great photography! There’s no way to go wrong with tortellini and that much yummy, cheese. I mean seriously, this is what pasta dreams are made of!

    Reply
  8. Claudia Lamascolo

    November 28, 2018 at 2:07 pm

    my family would love this meal and its so hearty and perfect in the cold weather!

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  9. Tracy

    November 28, 2018 at 10:33 pm

    Simple is definitely the way to go! And pasta is like the theme of my LIFE. If I could choose to eat one food forever and not gain a lb, it would hands down be pasta. It's my FAVORITE and add cheese and sausage? I'm done for.

    Reply
  10. Catalina

    November 29, 2018 at 12:59 am

    This couldn’t look any more perfect! I have to put this on my menu! This dish will be a new favorite in my house!

    Reply
  11. Jyothi (Jo)

    November 29, 2018 at 7:02 am

    My son would love this. He loves sausages and pasta. Looks absolutely delicious and I would be very happy to have a bowl of this right away for my dinner

    Reply
  12. Jen

    November 29, 2018 at 8:13 am

    What a perfect and easy recipe for a weeknight dinner. Totally doable and who wouldn't rather have a homecooked meal? Yum!

    Reply
  13. April

    November 29, 2018 at 11:23 am

    Me, too! I love simple recipes and I love when they are quick, too! It is great to find out more about your family faves - definitely something to try!

    Reply
  14. Veena Azmanov

    November 29, 2018 at 2:22 pm

    Sausage, Cheese, Pasta and Soup perfect combination for a weeknight dinner in our home. This looks so hearty and wholesome. Saving for later.

    Reply

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