Description
Crockpot Cheese Tortellini and Sausage is a delightful, comforting dish perfect for busy weeknights. This recipe combines tender cheese tortellini with savory Italian sausage in a creamy sauce that simmers to perfection in your crockpot. The irresistible aroma fills your home as it cooks, making every meal feel like a special occasion. With minimal prep time and endless customization options, this dish is sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or mild)
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach (optional)
Instructions
- Begin by browning the sausage in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in the cream cheese and marinara sauce until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a crockpot, adding the uncooked tortellini on top without stirring.
- Cook on low for 4 hours.
- About 20 minutes before serving, stir in fresh spinach and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg