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One Pan Turkey Sausage Spinach and Marinara Tortellini

A quick, one-pan pasta skillet of turkey sausage, spinach and cheese tortellini in a bright marinara sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 7 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 lb turkey sausage hot or sweet, casings removed
  • 24 oz marinara sauce 1 jar (I like Classico Four Cheese)
  • 14.5 oz canned diced tomatoes
  • 3/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 20 oz refrigerated three-cheese tortellini 1 package
  • 4 cups fresh spinach packed, roughly chopped
  • 3 Tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 3 Tbsp fresh basil chopped

Equipment

  • extra-large skillet or large pot
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Measuring Cups

Method
 

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in an extra-large skillet or large pot over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
  3. Add the turkey sausage, break it up with a spoon, and cook, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink and cooked through.
  4. Stir in the marinara sauce, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and 1/2 cup water, then bring the mixture to a light boil.
  5. Add the refrigerated tortellini, gently press the tortellini into the sauce so they are submerged, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tortellini are cooked through, about 10 minutes, stirring once halfway through.
  6. Stir in the chopped spinach and parsley, season with freshly ground black pepper (and salt only if needed), and toss gently until the spinach wilts.
  7. Stir in the chopped basil, adjust seasoning if necessary, and serve warm.

Notes

  • Recipe inspired by Buitoni.