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    Home » Recipe Index » Pasta Dishes

    Italian Sausage Tortellini

    December 16, 2019 Updated September 14, 2020 By Rebecca Entrees, Pasta Dishes, Prep Ahead Meals

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    sausage and artichoke tortellini in a white bowl
    sausage and artichoke tortellini with text overlay

    This Italian sausage tortellini with marinated artichokes is so good you'll quickly add it to your easy weeknight meal rotation. Make sure to make extra because you'll definitely want leftovers, and maybe lots of them.

    two bowls of sausage and artichoke tortellini with parmesan cheese and basil leaves on top with a blue towel

    [This recipe was originally posted in October 2018. It has been updated with new cooking instructions, expert tips, FAQ, related recipes, and ways to repurpose/use up ingredients]

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    How will this Italian sausage tortellini make your life easier?

    Precooked sausage, quick cooking tortellini, and veggies come together to make this delicious dinner that you'll want to make extra for leftovers. If you don't have time to go to the store but want a dinner that's just as easy if not easier, make one of these pantry meals. You can also make a 10 minute Veggie Quesadilla, Egg Roll-Up, or Pumpkin Coconut Soup.

    What makes this tortellini so good?

    • Cheese tortellini
    • Extra virgin olive oil
    •  Italian sausage
    • Mixed vegetables
    • Artichoke hearts
    • Parmesan cheese

    How do I make Italian sausage tortellini?

    Cook 1 package cheese tortellini according to package directions. Remove from water and set aside when done. 

    tortellini cooking in a pot with text overlay

    Pour about a tablespoon of olive oil in large hot saucepan. Add 4 links sliced Italian sausage, and cook until sausage is browned. Add 2 c mixed veggies and sautee until softened. 

    Expert Tip: Use fresh or frozen vegetables that you have on hand. Zucchini, broccoli, cauliflower, & tomatoes are a few ideas. If using frozen vegetables, cook them a bit longer to evaporate the extra water in them.

    sliced sausage, mushrooms, and zucchini cooking in a cast iron skillet

    When vegetables and sausage are cooked, add tortellini back to veggies and sausage, add remaining 3 T olive oil. Pour in 1 c marinated artichokes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir all together, then grate fresh parmesan cheese on top to serve.

    Expert Tip: Pour some of the marinated artichoke liquid into the tortellini to add some tang to the recipe. Start with a tablespoon.

    tortellini, zucchini, mushrooms, and sliced sausage cooking in cast iron skillet

    Expert Tips

    • Want to just make one serving? Click on the number of servings in the recipe card and move the slider to 1 and use the ingredient amounts in the recipe card
    • Use fresh or frozen vegetables that you have on hand. Zucchini, broccoli, cauliflower, & tomatoes are a few ideas. If using frozen vegetables, cook them a bit longer to evaporate the extra water in them.
    • Pour some of the marinated artichoke liquid into the tortellini to add some tang to the recipe. Start with a tablespoon. 

    FAQ

    What goes well with Italian sausages?

    Italian sausage is delicious with pasta, tortellini, in a lasagna, and with tomatoes. It's versatile in any Italian inspired meal.

    What goes good with tortellini?

    Depends on what the tortellini is stuffed with, but generally tortellini is great with a butter/lemon sauce or tomato sauce. This Sausage & Veggie Tortellini is great too!

    How do I cook tortellini?

    Cook it like you cook pasta, many take about 10 minutes. Follow instructions on the package you bought for specific instructions. You can also drain the water and brown the tortellini in butter after boiling it.

    How do I know when tortellini is done?

    Tortellini will puff up and float when they're done. So keep an eye out for floating tortellini and you're ready to drain the water. Same goes for gnocchi.

    sausage and artichoke tortellini in a white bowl on a blue towel

    What can I make with leftover ingredients?

    • (Tortellini) Easy Sausage Tortellini
    • (Italian Sausage) 15 Minute Pasta, Pasta with Mushroom Sauce
    • (Artichoke Hearts) Add it to Pasta with Mushroom Sauce or 15 Minute Pasta
    • (Parmesan Cheese) It's great on most pastas
    • (Veggies) almost literally any main dish in the Recipe Index.

    Did you make this Italian sausage tortellini? Leave me a comment & rating to share how it turned out!

    sausage and artichoke tortellini in bowl with garnishes on table
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    Italian Sausage Tortellini

    This Italian sausage tortellini is so good you'll quickly add it to your easy weeknight meal rotation. It's easy, delicious, and definitely a family favorite.
    Course dinner, Lunch
    Cuisine American, Italian
    Prep Time 15 minutes
    Cook Time 15 minutes
    Total Time 30 minutes
    Servings 4 people
    Author Rebecca

    Equipment

    • knife
    • cutting board
    • Stockpot
    • Large saucepan
    • Measuring Cups
    • Measuring Spoons
    • Slotted Spoon
    • Cheese Grater

    Ingredients

    • 1 pound cheese tortellini
    • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
    • 4 links Italian sausage sliced
    • 2 cups mixed vegetables
    • 1 cup artichoke hearts
    • ¼ cup parmesan cheese
    • salt and pepper

    Instructions

    • Cook 1 package cheese tortellini according to package directions. Remove from water and set aside when done. 
    • Pour about a tablespoon of olive oil in large hot saucepan. Add 4 links sliced Italian sausage, and cook until sausage is browned. Add 2 c mixed veggies and sautee until softened. 
    • When vegetables and sausage are cooked, add tortellini back to veggies and sausage, add remaining 3 T olive oil. Pour in 1 c marinated artichokes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir all together, then grate fresh parmesan cheese on top to serve.

    Video

    Sausage and artichoke tortellini recipe video

    Notes

    • Want to just make one serving? Click on the number of servings in the recipe card and move the slider to 1 and use the ingredient amounts in the recipe card
    • Use fresh or frozen vegetables that you have on hand. Zucchini, broccoli, cauliflower, & tomatoes are a few ideas. If using frozen vegetables, cook them a bit longer to evaporate the extra water in them.
    • Pour some of the marinated artichoke liquid into the tortellini to add some tang to the recipe. Start with a tablespoon.

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    About Rebecca

    Welcome! I’m Rebecca, a food loving dietitian. On Nourish Nutrition, you’ll find real, quick, and nourishing recipes for one that'll get you to want to cook for yourself, because you deserve it.

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    Comments

    1. Kelly Anthony says

      October 08, 2018 at 6:58 am

      5 stars
      Absolutely beautiful! This sausage and artichoke tortellini looks like the perfect meal to feed my family.

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        October 08, 2018 at 1:55 pm

        thanks! and yes, it's totally a family fave!

        Reply
    2. Caroline says

      October 08, 2018 at 7:01 am

      5 stars
      This looks like a great quick and easy meal. Like the artichoke in there, will add a great flavor.

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        October 08, 2018 at 1:55 pm

        thanks! it's so easy and the artichokes are my fave addition 🙂

        Reply
    3. Claudia Lamascolo says

      October 08, 2018 at 7:20 am

      5 stars
      what a great combo for tortellini I can just imagine with cheese sausage and artichokes this is over the top in flavors

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        October 08, 2018 at 1:53 pm

        thanks! ya, it's totally over the top delicious 🙂

        Reply
    4. fiona saluk says

      October 08, 2018 at 7:21 am

      5 stars
      This sounds amazing and your photos are stunning! That pro tip about adding the artichoke water for some extra tang is one I'll definitely be trying! I want that slightly tangy and super velvety sauce!! Thanks for sharing and you're right carbs can be great 🙂

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        October 08, 2018 at 1:52 pm

        yay! thanks so much! and yes, the tangier the better

        Reply
    5. Lisa | Garlic & Zest says

      October 08, 2018 at 7:24 am

      5 stars
      Artichokes are one of my favorite veggies and you don't see too many recipes that use them. Definitely want to make this pasta dish -- it's got all of the best ingredients.

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        October 08, 2018 at 1:49 pm

        ahh right?! It's easy to forget about artichokes, but they really are awesome!

        Reply

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