Description
This hearty Sausage Tortellini Soup combines savory Italian sausage, tender cheese tortellini, fresh vegetables, and spinach in a flavorful tomato and chicken broth base. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a comforting and satisfying meal perfect for any day of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Pasta
- 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or hot, depending on your preference)
- 1 package (9 oz) refrigerated cheese tortellini
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 cups fresh spinach
Liquids and Seasonings
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, with juice
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Brown the Sausage: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks to ensure crumbled pieces.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add the diced onion, minced garlic, sliced carrots, and chopped celery to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
- Add Tomatoes and Broth: Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juice and the chicken broth. Stir in the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to infuse the soup with classic Italian flavors.
- Simmer the Soup: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer uncovered for approximately 10 minutes to allow the flavors to blend and the vegetables to continue cooking.
- Cook the Tortellini: Add the cheese tortellini to the pot. Cook for 3-5 minutes or until the tortellini float to the surface and become tender, indicating they are cooked through.
- Add Spinach: Stir in the fresh spinach leaves and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the spinach wilts but stays vibrant green.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the soup and adjust salt and pepper if necessary. If desired, add a splash of cream now for extra richness and stir well.
- Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and serve immediately. Enjoy this comforting, flavorful meal!
Notes
- You can substitute turkey or chicken sausage for a leaner version.
- Use vegetable broth and omit sausage for a vegetarian adaptation.
- Fresh spinach can be replaced with kale or Swiss chard for different greens.
- Adding a splash of cream or grated Parmesan cheese enhances richness.
- Leftovers keep well refrigerated for 3-4 days and can be reheated gently on the stovetop.
