Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Slow Cooker Marry Me Tortellini, a creamy and comforting dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or intimate gatherings. This effortless recipe combines velvety cheese tortellini with savory ground sausage and rich crushed tomatoes, all slow-cooked to perfection. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, it’s bound to impress family and friends alike—just be ready for them to fall head over heels!
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1 lb ground sausage (Italian, spicy or mild)
- 28 oz crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your slow cooker by spraying with nonstick spray or lining it.
- In a skillet, brown the ground sausage over medium heat until fully cooked (about 5-7 minutes).
- Layer the cooked sausage, tortellini, crushed tomatoes, and heavy cream in the slow cooker. Stir gently to combine.
- Sprinkle in Italian seasoning and salt; stir again until well mixed.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg