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Crockpot Cheese Tortellini and Sausage

A cozy, budget-friendly meal featuring tender cheese tortellini and savory Italian sausage, perfect for weeknight dinners or casual brunches.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 package cheese tortellini
  • 1 pound Italian sausage Use mild or spicy for heat control.
  • 3 cups fresh spinach Add near end to avoid wilting.
  • 4 cups tomato broth Can substitute with crushed tomatoes thinned with chicken broth.
  • 1 cup onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic enhances flavor.
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • to serve Parmesan cheese Optional for serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat a skillet over medium and add the Italian sausage. Let it brown and sizzle, breaking it up with a spoon.
  2. Drain excess fat to keep the broth bright and not greasy.
  3. Add the cooked sausage to the crockpot with the cheese tortellini, chopped onion, and minced garlic. Stir so the pasta nests into the broth.
  4. Pour in the tomato broth and stir again; the tortellini should start to float and the onion will soften.
  5. Tuck the fresh spinach into the top and allow it to wilt as it cooks.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on low for 4–6 hours or on high for 2–3 hours. The tortellini is done when tender and puffy, and the broth has a slightly thicker, saucy feel.
  2. Serve warm with grated Parmesan.

Notes

Can be served with crusty bread and salad. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 3–4 days or frozen for up to 2 months.