Creamy Garlic Parmesan Tortellini with Sausage and Broccoli
A cozy, weeknight dish combining tender cheese tortellini, savory halal sausage, crisp broccoli, and a creamy garlic-parmesan sauce that's perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 20 oz 1 package cheese tortellini Fresh or refrigerated tortellini recommended
- 1 lb Italian sausage Choose halal-certified sausage (beef or chicken)
- 3 cups broccoli florets Can use roasted broccoli for a nutty flavor
- 3 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic for best flavor
- 1 cup heavy cream Use good-quality for the richest sauce
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated Melts more smoothly than pre-grated
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For cooking the sausage
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes Optional for heat
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the halal Italian sausage and cook, breaking it into crumbles until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
Sauce Preparation
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium, add minced garlic, and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in 1 cup heavy cream, bring to a gentle simmer, and stir in 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese until fully melted.
- Season the sauce with 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes if desired.
Cooking Tortellini and Broccoli
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add cheese tortellini, and cook according to package instructions (3-5 minutes).
- During the last 2-3 minutes of cooking, add the broccoli florets.
- Drain the tortellini and broccoli together in a colander.
Combine and Serve
- Return the skillet with the sauce to medium-low heat, add cooked sausage, drained tortellini, and broccoli, and toss to coat.
- Garnish with extra grated parmesan and black pepper before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days; reheat gently with a splash of milk or cream. Freezing is possible; cool completely before freezing.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 680kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 28gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 18gSodium: 850mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g
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