Step 1

Slice through the casing of the sausages and shape the meat into meatballs. Place the meatballs on a cookie sheet and bake at 350 degrees until cooked through, around 30 minutes.

Step 2

Allow the meatballs to cool completely, then place them in a large freezer bag with the diced peppers, mushrooms, onion, pasta sauce, and tortellini.

Step 3

Remove excess air and seal. Freeze.

Step 4

Thaw.

Step 5

Pour the contents of the freezer bag into a large skillet, along with ¼ cup of water. Cook over medium high heat until the tortellini is cooked through.

Step 6

If desired, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes.