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Creamy Sausage and Tortellini Bake

This comforting one skillet meal combines savory sausage and cheesy tortellini in a rich sauce that the whole family will love.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 Italian· July 19, 2026
Creamy Sausage and Tortellini Bake
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Prep
10 minutes
Cook
20 minutes
Total
30 minutes
Serves
4

There is nothing quite like a warm, cheesy pasta dish to bring everyone to the table at the end of a busy day. This recipe is a personal favorite because it comes together in one pan, which means less time cleaning up and more time relaxing with your loved ones.

My best advice is to use a good quality Italian sausage, as it really adds a lot of flavor to the creamy sauce. You can also toss in a handful of fresh spinach at the very end if you want to add a little bit of color and nutrition to the meal.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound Italian sausage
  • 1 package cheese tortellini
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

  1. 1

    Brown the Italian sausage in a large oven safe skillet over medium heat until it is fully cooked.

  2. 2

    Drain any excess fat from the skillet.

  3. 3

    Stir in the marinara sauce, heavy cream, and garlic powder, then bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

  4. 4

    Add the tortellini directly into the sauce and cook for about five minutes until the pasta is tender.

  5. 5

    Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle the mozzarella and parmesan cheese over the top.

  6. 6

    Place the skillet under your oven broiler for two minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbling.

  7. 7

    Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh basil, and serve immediately.

💡 Tips

Serve this bake with a simple side salad and a piece of crusty garlic bread to round out the meal. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days and reheat them gently on the stove with a splash of water.

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