Ingredients for Baked Tortellini With Italian Sausage
- Hot Italian Sausage
- 1 medium zucchini, chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- Stewed Tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 lb uncooked cheese tortellini
- Parmesan Cheese
How to Make Baked Tortellini With Italian Sausage
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown 1 lb Italian sausage until cooked through. Break it up with a spoon as it cooks.
- Drain off excess grease and set the sausage aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté 1 medium onion, chopped, and 1 medium zucchini, chopped, for about 3 minutes until softened.
- Stir in 28 oz (794g) canned crushed tomatoes, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Return the cooked sausage to the skillet and bring to a simmer.
- Pour the sausage and tomato mixture over 1 lb uncooked cheese tortellini in a large (9x13 inch) casserole dish.
- Sprinkle with 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake, covered, for 10 minutes.
- Stir gently, sprinkle with the remaining 1 cup mozzarella cheese, and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until the pasta is tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
86 g
Sugar
42g
Fat
72g
Carbs
17g
