CREAMY TORTELLINI AND SAUSAGE

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You don't need to spend loads of time in the kitchen creating an irresistible pasta dish. Simply jazz up a jar of store bought Alfredo sauce with Italian sausage, vegetables, past and seasonings.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

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Ingredients

1 pound bulk Italian sausage
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
4 quarts water
1 package (19 ounces) frozen cheese tortellini
3 cups frozen mixed vegetables
1 jar (15 ounces) Alfredo sauce
1/4 cup minced fresh basil or 3 teaspoons dried basil

Steps:

In a large skillet, cook sausage, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, bring water to a boil. Add pasta and vegetables. Cook for 3-5 minutes or until pasta is floating and vegetables are tender; drain. , Add to skillet; mix well. Pour sauce over top. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with basil; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 622 calories, Fat 38g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 1134mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 26g protein.