Cozy Sausage Tortellini Soup Recipe
A rich and flavorful soup made with Italian sausage, cheese-filled tortellini, and tender vegetables simmered in a savory broth. This cozy soup is hearty, comforting, and the perfect one-pot meal for busy weeknights or chilly evenings.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Italian sausage mild or hot
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup carrots thinly sliced or diced
- 1 can 14.5 oz crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 9 oz cheese tortellini fresh or frozen
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes for a spicy kick
Instructions
- Brown the sausage
- In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, cook the sausage until browned. Break it into crumbles as it cooks. Drain excess grease.
- Sauté aromatics
- Add onion, garlic, and carrots. Cook for 4–5 minutes, until softened and fragrant.
- Add liquids and simmer
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- Add tortellini
- Stir in the tortellini and let it cook in the simmering soup for about 5–7 minutes (or according to package instructions).
- Add cream and greens
- Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream. Add spinach and let it wilt for 1–2 minutes.
- Taste and serve
- Adjust seasoning, garnish with fresh basil or parmesan, and serve hot with crusty bread.
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Notes
- Make it lighter: Use turkey or chicken sausage and half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Add more veggies: Zucchini, mushrooms, or bell peppers blend in beautifully.
- Dairy-free option: Use coconut cream and vegan tortellini for a dairy-free version.