Description
This hearty Sausage Tortellini Soup combines Italian sausage, cheese tortellini, and fresh spinach in a flavorful broth enriched with herbs and creamy heavy cream. Perfect for a comforting meal that’s easy to prepare and full of satisfying taste.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Dairy
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups fresh spinach
Pantry Items and Seasonings
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 9 ounces refrigerated cheese tortellini
Instructions
- Heat the pot: Place a large pot over medium-high heat to prepare for cooking the sausage and sautéing the aromatics.
- Cook the sausage: Add the Italian sausage to the pot and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces with a spoon for even cooking and texture.
- Sauté onion and garlic: Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot with the browned sausage. Cook until the onion is softened and translucent, releasing the flavors.
- Add broth and seasonings: Pour in the chicken broth and stir in dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to build the soup’s base flavor.
- Simmer the soup: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Cook tortellini: Add the refrigerated cheese tortellini to the pot and cook according to package instructions, usually about 3-5 minutes, until tender.
- Add spinach: Stir in the fresh spinach leaves and cook until they are wilted, enhancing the soup with freshness and nutrients.
- Incorporate cream: Pour in the heavy cream and stir well to create a creamy texture and rich flavor throughout the soup.
- Final simmer: Let the soup simmer for an additional 5 minutes to fully integrate the cream and adjust the temperature for serving.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste the soup and add any additional salt or pepper according to preference to balance the flavors.
- Serve: Ladle the hot sausage tortellini soup into bowls and enjoy immediately for a comforting, hearty meal.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk, but the soup will be less rich.
- Use mild or spicy Italian sausage depending on your heat preference.
- You can add other vegetables like diced carrots or celery for extra texture and nutrients.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently to avoid curdling the cream.
- For gluten-free, opt for gluten-free tortellini or substitute with gluten-free pasta.
