Creamy Garlic Parmesan Tortellini Sausage (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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567 grams cheese tortellini
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450 grams Italian sausage, mild or spicy
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300 grams broccoli florets
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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240 ml heavy cream
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100 grams freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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15 ml olive oil
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2.5 grams salt
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1 gram black pepper
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1 gram red pepper flakes (optional)
# Instructions:
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Heat 15 ml of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it into crumbles as it cooks, until thoroughly browned and cooked through. Transfer the cooked sausage to a plate and set aside.
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Reduce the heat to medium in the same skillet. Add the minced garlic and sauté for approximately 1 minute until fragrant.
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Pour in the 240 ml of heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer. Stir in the 100 grams of freshly grated Parmesan cheese until it is completely melted and the sauce is smooth. Season the sauce with 2.5 grams of salt, 1 gram of black pepper, and the optional 1 gram of red pepper flakes.
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Concurrently, cook the tortellini in a large pot of salted boiling water according to the package instructions. During the final 2-3 minutes of the tortellini's cooking time, add the 300 grams of broccoli florets to the pot. Drain both the tortellini and broccoli thoroughly once cooked.
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Add the cooked sausage, drained tortellini, and broccoli to the skillet containing the cream sauce. Toss all ingredients gently to ensure everything is well coated. Serve the dish hot, optionally garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and freshly cracked black pepper.
# Notes:
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For a lighter alternative, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream. While the sauce's thickness may vary, the flavor remains delightful.
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Enhance nutritional value and flavor by incorporating other vegetables such as spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers.
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To adapt this dish for a vegetarian diet, simply omit the Italian sausage and include a can of drained cannellini beans or chickpeas.
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While pre-grated Parmesan can be used, freshly grated cheese offers a more intense flavor profile.
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Increase the spice level with an additional pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of your preferred hot sauce.