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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Tortellini with Sausage and Broccoli

A rich and comforting tortellini dish with savory sausage, tender broccoli, and a creamy garlic Parmesan sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 plates
Course: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 520

Ingredients
  

  • 20 oz cheese tortellini
  • 12 oz Italian sausage sliced or crumbled
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1.25 cups heavy cream
  • 0.75 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet
  • Wooden spoon
  • Colander

Method
 

  1. Cook tortellini in salted boiling water; add broccoli during last few minutes. Drain and reserve pasta water.
  2. Brown sausage in olive oil in a large skillet. Remove excess grease if needed.
  3. Add butter and garlic, cooking until fragrant.
  4. Stir in heavy cream and simmer gently.
  5. Add Parmesan cheese and seasonings, stirring until smooth.
  6. Add tortellini and broccoli, tossing to coat. Adjust sauce with pasta water.
  7. Serve hot with extra Parmesan on top.

Notes

Adjust sauce thickness with reserved pasta water as needed.