Ingredients for Baked Tortellini With Italian Sausage
- 1 lb hot Italian sausage
- 1 medium zucchini, chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 28 oz (794g) canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 lb uncooked cheese tortellini
- Parmesan Cheese, to taste
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
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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.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
86 g
Sugar
42g
Fat
72g
Carbs
17g
