Description
A hearty and comforting Sausage Tortellini Soup with fresh spinach and a creamy broth, perfect for an easy weeknight dinner. This Italian-American dish combines savory Italian sausage, tender cheese tortellini, and flavorful seasonings simmered together for a warm, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Soup Base
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy, casings removed)
- 1 small onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup water
Main Ingredients
- 1 package (9 oz) refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 2 cups fresh spinach (roughly chopped)
- ½ cup heavy cream
Seasoning & Garnish
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the Sausage: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned and crumbled, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes if using, cooking for an additional minute to release their flavors.
- Add Liquids and Tomatoes: Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juice, chicken broth, and water. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Allow the soup to simmer for 10 minutes so the flavors meld together.
- Cook the Tortellini: Add the refrigerated cheese tortellini to the soup and cook according to package instructions, generally about 5 to 7 minutes, until tender.
- Add Spinach and Cream: Stir in the roughly chopped fresh spinach and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until wilted. Reduce heat to low, pour in the heavy cream, and stir gently until heated through.
- Season and Serve: Taste the soup and add salt and black pepper as desired. Serve warm, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if preferred.
Notes
- This soup is excellent for leftovers, but keep in mind the tortellini may absorb liquid over time; add a splash of broth when reheating to loosen the soup.
- Kale can be used as a substitute for spinach for a different flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
