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Crockpot Cheese Tortellini and Sausage

Crockpot Cheese Tortellini and Sausage for Cozy Family Nights

A comforting, family-friendly dish featuring tender cheese tortellini and zesty Italian sausage in a savory broth.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Main Dish
  • 15 oz Frozen Cheese Tortellini Can use fresh but adjust cooking time.
  • 1 lb Italian Sausage Substitutes like ground turkey can be used.
  • 4 cups Fresh Spinach Can substitute with kale.
  • 14.5 oz Italian-Style Diced Tomatoes
  • 4 cups Low-Fat Chicken Broth Vegetable broth can be used for vegetarian option.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Regular cream cheese can offer a richer taste.
For Serving
  • 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Sprinkle on top before serving.
  • 1 tsp Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Optional for those who enjoy heat.

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crockpot Cheese Tortellini and Sausage
  1. Cut the cream cheese into small cubes and rinse the spinach, chopping it into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Layer the frozen cheese tortellini, sausage, diced tomatoes, spinach, and chicken broth in the crockpot.
  3. Cook on low for 4 to 6 hours or high for 2 to 3 hours, stirring halfway through to integrate the cream cheese.
  4. Ladle into bowls and top with Parmesan and crushed red pepper flakes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 1000mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Avoid mushy spinach by adding it in the last hour of cooking. This dish freezes well for up to 3 months.

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