Description

Indulge in a comforting and creamy crockpot tortellini that’s perfect for busy weeknights. This easy recipe features cheesy tortellini, Italian sausage, and a luscious cream sauce.

Ingredients

Creamy Crockpot Tortellini Ingredients:

1 (20 oz) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
1 (8 oz) block cream cheese (cubed)
1 (24 oz) jar marinara or pasta sauce
1 cup heavy cream
2 cups baby spinach (optional)
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon garlic powder
salt and pepper to taste
½ cup shredded mozzarella or Parmesan cheese (optional)

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Instructions

Cook the Italian Sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess grease.
Prepare the Crockpot: Add the cooked sausage, marinara sauce, cream cheese, and heavy cream to a 6-quart crockpot. Stir to combine.
Cook: Cover and cook on low for 2–3 hours, stirring occasionally, until the cream cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth. Add the tortellini and spinach (if using) during the last 30–45 minutes of cooking. Stir well and continue to cook until the tortellini is tender and heated through.
Season and Serve: Taste and season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder as needed. Sprinkle with shredded cheese just before serving, if desired.

Notes

For a vegetarian version, omit the sausage and use spinach and mushrooms.
This recipe works with frozen tortellini as well—just increase cooking time slightly.
Leftovers reheat beautifully.