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Viral Sausage Tortellini

35 minServes 6Nutri-Score C€€
from @foodbyshelby1 import0 cooked
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what you need

Ingredients

6 people
  • tortellini (fresh or refrigerated, cooked according to package directions)Fresh600 g
  • andouille sausage (sliced)Meat800 g
  • onion (small, finely chopped)Produce1 piece
  • garlic (cloves, minced)Produce2 pieces
  • cherry tomatoes (halved)Produce250 g
  • sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)Pantry30 g
  • tomato pastePantry15 g
  • dried oreganoSpices1 g
  • dried basilSpices1 g
  • dried parsleySpices1 g
  • smoked paprikaSpices1 g
  • garlic powderSpices1 g
  • onion powderSpices1 g
  • salt (to taste)Spices2 g
  • black pepper (to taste)Spices1 g
  • heavy creamDairy240 ml
  • Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)Dairy50 g
  • spinach (roughly chopped)Produce30 g
  • red chili flakes (for garnish)Spices1 g
  • olive oil (if needed for cooking the onion)Pantry15 ml

per serving

Nutrition

652kcal

Carbs
57 g
Proteins
28 g
Fat
35 g
Adapt tools

what you’ll use

Tools

  • Dutch oven
  • Stockpot
  • Colander
  • Grater

step by step

Method

  1. Brown the sausage

    • Heat a large Dutch oven or skillet over medium-high heat.
    • Add the sliced andouille sausage and cook until browned and heated through.
    • Remove the sausage from the pan and set aside, leaving the rendered oil behind.
    Step 1

  2. Boil the tortellini

    • Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
    • Cook the tortellini according to the package directions.
    • Drain and set aside.
    Step 2

  3. Soften the onion and garlic

    • Add the chopped onion to the same pan, adding a little oil if the pan is dry.
    • Cook until softened.
    • Add the minced garlic and cook briefly until fragrant.
    Step 3

  4. Build the tomato base

    • Add the cherry tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes and tomato paste.
    • Stir everything together and cook until the tomatoes begin to soften.
    Step 4

  5. Season the sauce

    • Stir in the oregano, basil, parsley, smoked paprika, garlic powder and onion powder.
    • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
    • Add the crushed red pepper flakes if you like it spicy.
    Step 5

  6. Make it creamy

    • Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine.
    • Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then lower the heat.
    • Add the grated Parmesan and stir until it melts and the sauce is creamy.
    Step 6

  7. Wilt the spinach

    • Add the chopped spinach and stir until wilted.
    Step 7

  8. Combine and finish

    • Return the cooked tortellini and browned sausage to the pan.
    • Toss until everything is completely coated in the creamy sauce.
    • Cook for another minute or two, then garnish with red chili flakes and extra Parmesan if desired.
    Step 8
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