Description
Indulge in the warmth of Italian Sausage Tortellini Soup, a delightful blend of creamy tomato broth, savory Italian sausage, and tender cheese-filled tortellini. Perfect for chilly evenings, this hearty dish can be prepared in just 40 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With each spoonful bursting with flavor and nutrients from fresh spinach, this soup is not only delicious but also comforting and satisfying. Whether served alongside crusty bread or a light salad, this recipe promises to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces Italian sausage
- 1/2 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 2 sticks celery (finely chopped)
- 3–4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 2 cups refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach (optional)
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large soup pot, brown the Italian sausage over medium-high heat for about 7-10 minutes.
- Remove the sausage and sauté onions and celery in the remaining fat for 4-5 minutes.
- Add garlic and flour, then slowly stir in chicken broth until smooth.
- Mix in canned tomatoes and the browned sausage; bring to a boil.
- Add tortellini and simmer for about 5 minutes until cooked through.
- Stir in heavy cream and cook for another 5 minutes before adding fresh spinach.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 840mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 70mg