Dutch Oven Sausage Tortellini Casserole
If you're looking for an easy meal for a busy weeknight dinner try this cheesy Sausage Tortellini Casserole.
Servings: 6
Calories: 891kcal
Equipment
- 5 quart Dutch Oven or larger
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lb mild Italian sausage ground
- 1 cup onion diced
- 8 oz mushrooms sliced
- 1½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
- ½ teaspoon black pepper to taste
- ½ teaspoon salt to taste
- 1 bunch kale de-stemmed and chopped
- 1 cup pasta water
- 24 oz cheese tortellini
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 8 oz mozzarella cheese shredded
Instructions
- Heat a dutch oven or large skillet over medium high heat. Once hot, add the olive oil and crumble the sausage.
- Bring another pot with water to boil and cook the tortellini according to package directions, until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water.
- When the sausage is about halfway cooked, add the onions and mushrooms.
- Stir in all the seasonings.
- Stir in the chopped kale, reserved pasta water, and cooked tortellini.
- Stir in the pasta sauce and both cheeses.
- Serve and enjoy.
Notes
Ned's Notes
∗ The tortellini must be cooked before mixing into the pot.
∗ If you have leftovers, store it in an airtight in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Variations
∗ Dried, freshly made, or frozen tortellini can be used in the recipe. Just cook according to package directions.
∗ Use your favorite sauce; chunky, vodka sauce, and even homemade.
∗ If you want a spicier dish, use spicy Italian sausage and garnish with some red pepper flakes. Sweet Italian sausage is also a delicious option.
Serving Suggestions
∗ Sausage Tortellini Bake: Top with a bit extra mozzarella cheese, toss it in a 350°F degree oven for about 10 minutes to allow the cheese to melt and become golden brown.
∗ Serve with a side salad, garlic bread, and delicious dessert.
Nutrition
Calories: 891kcal | Carbohydrates: 63g | Protein: 46g | Fat: 52g | Saturated Fat: 20g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 18g | Cholesterol: 142mg | Sodium: 2297mg | Potassium: 821mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 3051IU | Vitamin C: 32mg | Calcium: 651mg | Iron: 6mg
