When I tell you this Tortellini with Sausage and Mascarpone needs to be on your weekly cooking schedule... I mean it. IT IS INSANE! Similar to Cheesy Taco Pasta it comes together in 30 minutes on the stovetop for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
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Why I Love This Recipe
Are you ready to make something special for dinner tonight? If so, then give this delicious Tortellini with Sausage dish a try! Whether it's just for yourself or you're feeding the whole family, this savory meal will delight everyone at the table. Not only is it packed with flavor and simple to prepare, but it also takes under 30 minutes to make. So no matter what type of home cook you are, if you're looking for a delicious weeknight dinner that won't take up too much time, Tortellini with Sausage is exactly what your next culinary adventure should be all about!
When you're in need of a comforting pasta dish, this is it! The sausage, the sauce, the mascarpone, the freshly made pasta – it’s a recipe for success. We’ve been making this as a quick and easy weeknight meal and all 3 of us are obsessed, Poppy included.
It's great recipe to have in your back pocket for family that's coming into town over the next few weeks and you can easily double or triple it as needed. It comes together in under 20 minutes and it's perfect when served alongside my Winter Greens Salad
Ingredients & Substitutions
- Spicy Italian Sausage
- Garlic
- ShallotÂ
- Red Pepper Flakes
- Red Sauce - any type of red sauce works so use your favorite
- Heavy Cream
- Mascarpone CheeseÂ
- Refrigerated Tortellini
- Salt and Pepper
- Parmesan Cheese
How to Make Tortellini
Take the sausage meat out of the casings and crumble it into a skillet. Cook it over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until it's browned. Drain most of the fat and leave the sausage in the pan.
Add the garlic, shallot, and red pepper flakes to the same pan and saute for 60 seconds. Add the red sauce, cream, and mascarpone. Cook for 5-7 minutes until saucy.
Cook the tortellini according to the package directions. Save ¼ cup of the pasta water and add it to the sauce along with the drained pasta. Season with salt & pepper as needed and serve with fresh parmesan sprinkled over top.
Tips & Tricks
I bought the Tortellini from my local Italian market so it was extra fresh. If you have access to a local Italian market, might be worth a stop to pick some up. Any filling would be delish!Â
FAQs
What is the main difference between ravioli and tortellini?
The main difference is the shape. Ravioli are usually square or circle and tortellini are rolled into a small crescent shape ring.
Are tortellini and gnocchi similar?
Tortellini is traditionally stuffed with cheese or a mixture of meat and cheese, whereas gnocchi is more like a little dumpling typically made with potato, eggs, and flour.
What is tortellini filled with?
Tortellini is traditionally filled with a mixture of meat and/or cheese.
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Tortellini with Sausage and Mascarpone
Equipment
Ingredients
- 12 ounces spicy Italian sausage, crumbled
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 shallot, sliced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 cups of your favorite red sauce
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup mascarpone cheese
- 1 9-ounce package refrigerated tortellini
- Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- Freshly grated parmesan cheese to taste
Instructions
- Take the sausage meat out of the casings and crumble it into a skillet. Cook it over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until it's browned. Drain most of the fat and leave the sausage in the pan.
- Add the garlic, shallot, and red pepper flakes to the same pan and saute for 60 seconds. Add the red sauce, cream, and mascarpone. Cook for 5-7 minutes until saucy.
- Cook the tortellini according to the package directions. Save ¼ cup of the pasta water and add it to the sauce along with the drained pasta. Season with salt & pepper as needed and serve with fresh parmesan sprinkled over top.
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Lemon zest to finish really takes the flavour profile to the next level
This came together so quick, far faster than I expected! I added spinach and it was the most delicious, complete meal. Thank you!
Wondering if anyone has any suggestions for how to make this dairy free? I have a substitute for the cream but am looking for what I could replace the mascarpone with… ?
C an this be made, frozen, and then thawed and reheated?
yes - no prob
This pasta is absolutely divine! It is a quick dish to put together that tastes so good! The sauce is perfection and so delicous! This will go on our rotation my husband loved it.
This has become my go-to last-minute, people are coming over for dinner dish. Serve it with a side salad and some garlic bread and everyone is impressed! Easy to make and easy to clean up! 10/10 would recommend anytime!!! And if you have the time, this goes really well with Gaby’s tiramisu recipe!! 🙂
so happy to hear it!!
This was delicious!! I had to make substitutions because I found this last minute and couldn't find mascarpone and just used my regular sauce. I used cream cheese, ricotta, and heavy cream; OMG
1st time visiting your page (Followed link from LauryLauren). Loved this flavorful & easy recipe. The shallot is perfect in it. Kid approved!
So so good!!! Quick recipe and so easy to make. Insanely good