Description
A rich, creamy pasta dish featuring cheese tortellini, savory sausage, fresh broccoli, and a luscious garlic Parmesan sauce. Easy, quick, and perfect for busy weeknights!
Ingredients
1 lb Italian sausage
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 cups broccoli florets
9 oz cheese tortellini
2 tbsp butter
1 tbsp olive oil
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup Parmesan cheese
½ cup reserved pasta water
Salt, pepper, red pepper flakes
Parsley for garnish
Instructions
1. Cook tortellini and set aside, reserving pasta water.
2. Brown sausage in olive oil, remove from skillet.
3. Add butter and garlic, sauté until fragrant.
4. Add broccoli, steam 2–3 minutes.
5. Pour in cream and Parmesan, stir until thickened.
6. Return sausage and tortellini, toss to coat.
7. Season, garnish, and serve hot.
Notes
Use fresh tortellini for best texture.
Add extra pasta water to adjust creaminess.
Substitute turkey sausage or add spinach for a lighter option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Pasta, Main Course
Keywords: garlic parmesan tortellini, sausage pasta recipe, creamy broccoli pasta, easy Italian dinner, one-pan pasta recipe