Description

Creamy Garlic Butter Beef Tortellini with Italian Sausage & Spinach is a comforting pasta dinner packed with flavor. With savory beef tortellini, garlicky cream sauce, crumbled sausage, and spinach, this easy one-pan recipe is perfect for busy nights or cozy dinners.

Ingredients

1 lb beef tortellini

1/2 lb Italian sausage

2 cups fresh spinach

4 cloves garlic, minced

3 tbsp butter

1 cup heavy cream

1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

1 tbsp olive oil

1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

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Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the beef tortellini according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and cook the sausage, breaking it apart until fully browned. Remove and set aside.

3. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium-low heat. Add garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.

4. Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Add Parmesan, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.

5. Add spinach to the sauce and stir until wilted.

6. Return the sausage and tortellini to the skillet and toss everything gently to coat in the sauce.

7. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot, optionally garnished with extra Parmesan and black pepper.

Notes

Use fresh or refrigerated tortellini for best texture.

Avoid browning the garlic to prevent bitterness.

Reheat gently with a splash of cream to keep the sauce smooth.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Pasta Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: 640
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 42g
Saturated Fat: 20g
Unsaturated Fat: 18g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 26g
Cholesterol: 115mg