One Pot Stick Butter Tortellini (Printer-Friendly)
Creamy tortellini with butter, sausage, and fresh herbs comes together quickly in one pot.
# What You'll Need:
→ Protein
01 -
1 lb Italian chicken sausage, sliced
→ Pasta
02 -
24 oz cheese tortellini
→ Sauces and Dairy
03 -
1 stick (113 g) garlic and herb butter
04 -
2 teaspoons minced garlic
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1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
06 -
4 oz (113 g) garlic and herb whipped cream cheese
07 -
1 cup (100 g) grated Parmesan cheese
→ Seasonings
08 -
1.5 teaspoons black pepper
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1.5 teaspoons onion powder
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2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
11 -
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
→ Broth and Herbs
12 -
1.5 cups (360 ml) beef broth
13 -
Fresh basil, for garnish
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Slice the Italian chicken sausage and cook it over medium-high heat in a large pot until fully browned and cooked through. Remove from pot and set aside.
02 -
Reduce heat to medium-low. Add the stick of garlic and herb butter along with minced garlic to the pot. Sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
03 -
Stir in black pepper, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and optional red pepper flakes. Pour in beef broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine thoroughly.
04 -
Add the cheese tortellini and whisk in the whipped cream cheese. Cover the pot, bring to a gentle simmer, and cook for approximately 10 minutes until tortellini are tender and plump.
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Stir in grated Parmesan and fresh basil leaves. Return the cooked sausage to the pot, mixing until fully coated in the creamy sauce. Serve immediately.
# Extra Suggestions:
01 -
For a thicker sauce, allow the mixture to simmer uncovered a few minutes before adding tortellini.