Three-Cheese Tortellini With Creamy Italian Sausage Marinara

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 3
Delicious Three-Cheese Tortellini With Creamy Italian Sausage Marinara Recipe
in Pasta

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

20 ounces refrigerated three-cheese tortellini
1 lb Italian sausage , Casings Removed
1/2 small onion , finely diced
1 can crushed tomatoes or ( 28 ounce ) can tomato puree
1 can tomato paste
1/4 cup red wine ( do n't use cooking wine , use a tastey red wine you would drink ! )
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves , crushed
1 teaspoon basil
1 1/2 teaspoons parsley flakes
1/8 teaspoon dried rosemary ( optional )
2 garlic cloves , minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
3/4 cup heavy cream
1/8 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/4 cup water , depending on your simmering time
1/4 cup parmesan cheese , shredded
1/4 cup romano cheese , shredded

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
925
Sugar
13g
Fat
59g
This Three-Cheese Tortellini With Creamy Italian Sausage Marinara is a mouthwatering pasta dish that has a rich, creamy sauce with Italian sausage and soft tortellini that is stuffed with three types of cheese. The cheesy goodness of the dish complements the bold flavors of the marinara sauce making it irresistible. It is a perfect choice for a comforting dinner on a winter evening, enjoyed with a glass of red wine. The versatility of tortellini makes it an excellent pasta for this recipe, which can be customized with your favorite ingredients to suit your taste.

Instructions

1.Cook the tortellini according to package instructions, drain and set aside.
2.In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through, about 10 minutes.
3.Add the onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
4.Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, red wine, sugar, oregano, basil, parsley, rosemary, garlic, salt, and black pepper.
5.Simmer the sauce for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6.Stir in the heavy cream, marjoram, and water, and simmer for another 10 minutes.
7.Add the cooked tortellini to the sauce and stir gently to combine.
8.Sprinkle the parmesan and romano cheese on top of the pasta and serve immediately.

PROS

This Three-Cheese Tortellini With Creamy Italian Sausage Marinara recipe is easy to prepare and perfect for a weeknight dinner.

It has a rich, creamy sauce and is full of flavor that will satisfy everyone’s taste buds.

CONS

This dish is calorie-dense and high in fat content.

It may not be ideal for people who are looking to lose weight or follow a low-fat diet.

The recipe requires a few ingredients that may not be commonly available in your pantry.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This Three-Cheese Tortellini With Creamy Italian Sausage Marinara is an excellent source of protein and carbohydrates, which are essential for energy and muscle growth.
The dish is high in nutrients such as calcium and vitamin D from the cheese.
The tomatoes used in the recipe have lycopene, an antioxidant that is known to protect against cancer and heart disease.
However, limiting the intake of this dish is recommended due to its high-calorie count and fat content.

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