Step 3: Build the Sauce
Pour in the tomato sauce, heavy cream, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Stir well and let it simmer gently for 5–7 minutes, until the sauce thickens and turns beautifully creamy and orange in color.
Step 4: Add Tortellini
Add the tortellini directly into the sauce (uncooked if it’s fresh or refrigerated).
Cover and let it cook for 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tortellini is tender and coated in the creamy sauce.
Step 5: Make It Cheesy
Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan over the top.
Cover the skillet for another 2–3 minutes until the cheese melts into the sauce, turning it into pure cheesy perfection.
Step 6: Serve and Enjoy
Garnish with fresh basil and serve hot.
Each bite is rich, creamy, and packed with Italian flavor — the sausage adds spice, the tortellini adds softness, and the sauce ties it all together.
Bonus Tip
Want to elevate it even more? Add a handful of baby spinach or sun-dried tomatoes before simmering — they blend beautifully with the creamy sauce.
Final Thoughts
This Creamy Italian Sausage Tortellini is pure comfort food magic — quick enough for a weeknight, yet indulgent enough for guests.
Once you make it, be ready for everyone to ask, “When are you making that pasta again?”
