Lasagna Tortellini with Sausage and Broccoli

Cooking Instructions

1. Brown the Sausage [00:09]

In a large pot, brown 1 lb of Italian sausage over medium-high heat.

2. Prepare the Tomato Base [00:16]

Add 1 can of tomato paste to the cooked sausage. Fry the tomato paste for 3 to 5 minutes until it begins to brown and caramelize.

3. Season the Mixture [00:30]

Season the mixture with garlic powder, onion powder, and crushed red pepper to taste.

4. Simmer the Sauce [00:43]

Pour in 1 jar of pasta sauce and bring to a simmer.

5. Add the Tortellini [00:46]

Add 18 oz of spinach and ricotta tortellini to the sauce and let it cook until tender.

6. Prepare the Topping [00:57]

In a separate bowl, combine some ricotta cheese with pre-grated parmesan cheese and a dash of Italian seasoning.

7. Add Broccoli and Serve [01:10]

Stir in a bag of microwave-steamed frozen broccoli florets to the pot. Serve in bowls with a dollop of the seasoned ricotta mixture on top.