PCLinuxOS Recipe Corner: Cheesy Tortellini and Sausage Skillet

Cheesy Tortellini & Sausage Skillet

INGREDIENTS:

1 lb cooked pork sausage, sliced
1 small yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 jar (25.5 oz) pasta sauce tomato basil
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
1/4 cup chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
20 oz refrigerated cheese tortellini
11/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (6 oz)
6 fresh basil leaves, chopped

DIRECTIONS:

In a 12-inch skillet, cook the sliced sausage, onion and garlic for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the onion softens and sausage starts to brown.

Stir in sauce, tomatoes, chicken broth, ½ cup cheese and tortellini. Cover and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tortellini is cooked.

Remove from heat; sprinkle with remaining cheese and basil. Serve when the cheese has melted.

TIPS:

Substitute chicken sausage, turkey sausage, sweet Italian sausage or kielbasa for the pork sausage.

Substitute the mozzarella for your favorite cheese, or a blend of cheeses.

Add some sliced sautéed or fresh mushrooms to the mix.

To make this a meatless version, drop the meat and add all your favorite veggies.

Serve with Cheesy garlic toast or a crusty bread and a salad on the side.

NUTRITION:

Calories: 420    Carbs: 33g    Sodium: 960mg    Fiber: 3g    Protein: 21g