INGREDIENTS:
- 1 pound mild Italian sausage, ground
- 1 onion, minced
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 quart chicken stock
- 1 (14-ounce can) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 bunch kale, with stems removed
- 1 (10-ounce) bag tortellini, fresh (not dried)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- parmesan cheese (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Heat FIREDISC® cooker over medium-high heat. Add sausage, onions, and garlic to the cooker. Sauté until onions are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Drain excessive fat.
- Add chicken stock, crushed tomatoes, and tomato paste. Whisk until tomato paste is incorporated. Bring to a boil.
- Season with salt. Simmer for 15 minutes. Add kale, tortellini, and heavy cream. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until the kale wilts and the pasta is tender.
- Serve with parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes if desired.