Description
This creamy tortellini with smoked sausage is a hearty and flavorful one-pan meal featuring tender cheese tortellini simmered in a rich sauce of Boursin cheese, heavy cream, and chicken broth, accented by sautéed smoked sausage and vibrant bell peppers. Perfect for a comforting dinner that comes together in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- 14 oz Smoked Sausage, sliced
- 1 Yellow Onion, diced
- 1 Green Bell Pepper, diced
- 1 Red Bell Pepper, diced
- 1 tbsp Veggie Seasoning Blend
- 6-7 Garlic Cloves, minced
- 1 cup Chicken Broth
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 5.3 oz Boursin Garlic and Fine Herbs Cheese
- 19 oz Frozen Cheese Tortellini
- 3 oz Shaved or Grated Parmesan
- 1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes, optional
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Brown the Sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add the sliced smoked sausage and sauté until browned. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook the Vegetables: Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper to the same skillet. Season with veggie seasoning blend, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
- Sauté Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
- Add Liquids and Cheese: Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Add the Boursin cheese and stir continuously until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Cook Tortellini: Add the frozen cheese tortellini to the skillet. Bring the mixture to a boil, then cover the skillet, reduce heat to low, and let it simmer for 10 minutes until the tortellini is cooked through and tender.
- Finish the Dish: Remove the lid, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes if using. Return the browned sausage to the pan. Simmer uncovered for a few more minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve: Serve the creamy tortellini hot and enjoy your flavorful meal!
Notes
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheating: Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat with a splash of chicken broth or cream to loosen the sauce. You can also reheat in the microwave, stirring halfway through for even heating.
- Texture: Freshly cooked tortellini will be al dente, but leftovers may soften slightly upon reheating.
- Red Pepper Flakes: Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes according to your spice preference or omit for no heat.
- Vegetarian Option: Substitute smoked sausage with a plant-based sausage to make it vegetarian-friendly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
