Indulgent Italian Sausage Tortellini Soup in Just 40 Minutes
This Italian Sausage Tortellini Soup is a quick, comforting dish perfect for chilly evenings, bursting with flavor and family-friendly ingredients.
Equipment
- Large soup pot
Ingredients
For the Soup
- 1 pound Italian Sausage Main protein source; turkey sausage for lighter option.
- 1 medium Onion Adds depth and sweetness.
- 2 stalks Celery Provides crunch and aromatic notes.
- 3 cloves Garlic Use fresh to prevent burning.
- 2 tablespoons Flour For thickening; cornstarch for gluten-free.
- 4 cups Chicken Broth Low-sodium broth can make it healthier.
- 14.5 ounces Canned Tomatoes Diced or crushed tomatoes preferred.
- 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning A blend of dried herbs.
- 9 ounces Tortellini Refrigerated for best texture.
- 1 cup Heavy Cream Low-fat cream for lighter options.
- 2 cups Fresh Spinach Highly recommended for color boost.
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Brown the Sausage: In a large soup pot, heat the Italian sausage over medium-high heat for 7-10 minutes until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Remove and drain excess fat, leaving about a tablespoon in the pot.
- Sauté Veggies: Add the chopped onions and celery to the pot with the remaining fat. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened.
- Add Flour and Garlic: Stir in the flour and minced garlic, cooking for 1 minute while stirring constantly.
- Whisk in Broth: Gradually pour in the chicken broth while whisking to ensure the flour dissolves completely.
- Incorporate Tomatoes: Add the canned tomatoes and Italian seasoning, then return the cooked sausage to the pot and bring to a gentle boil.
- Simmer with Tortellini: Toss in the tortellini and let the soup simmer for approximately 5 minutes until cooked.
- Finish with Cream and Spinach: Stir in the heavy cream and season to taste. If using, add fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the soup warm in bowls, garnishing as desired.
Notes
Optional: Top with grated Parmesan cheese for an extra burst of flavor.