Description
Comforting sausage tortellini soup brings warmth from Italian kitchens to dinner tables. Hearty ingredients blend perfectly, creating a rich meal that satisfies hunger and warms souls.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) Italian sausage
- 12 ounces (340 grams) cheese tortellini
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups fresh spinach
Liquids and Seasonings:
- 4 cups (960 milliliters) chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 ounces/411 grams) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Topping:
- Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Sear the sausage in a spacious pot over medium-high heat until golden and caramelized, breaking it into crumbly pieces. Drain any excess fat.
- Incorporate finely chopped onions and minced garlic, sautéing until they release a fragrant aroma and become translucent.
- Pour in chicken broth, crushed tomatoes, and sprinkle Italian seasoning. Elevate the heat and bring the mixture to a rolling boil.
- Reduce temperature to a gentle simmer and slowly stream in heavy cream, whisking to create a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Carefully introduce tortellini and allow them to cook for 6-7 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Fold in fresh spinach leaves, letting them gently wilt into the soup. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance the flavors.
- Ladle the steaming soup into bowls and garnish with a generous sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese for an extra layer of richness.
Notes
- Enhance flavor by using spicy Italian sausage for an extra kick of heat and depth.
- Swap heavy cream with half-and-half or milk to reduce calories and create a lighter version of the soup.
- Maximize vegetable nutrition by adding additional veggies like zucchini or kale for more texture and nutrients.
- Keep tortellini perfectly al dente by slightly undercooking before adding to the soup, as it will continue cooking in the hot broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 19 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg