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Sausage Tortellini Soup

A comforting and hearty Sausage Tortellini Soup, perfect for chilly nights and busy weeknights, combining savory sausage, tender tortellini, and vibrant veggies.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound Italian sausage spicy or sweet, based on preference
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 2 cups fresh spinach or kale if desired
  • 1 package (9 ounces) cheese tortellini
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh basil leaves, for garnish optional

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a large pot over medium heat, add the olive oil. Once hot, crumble in the Italian sausage. Cook until browned and no longer pink—about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Toss in the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
  3. Add the chicken broth and canned diced tomatoes (liquid included). Stir everything together, and let it come to a gentle simmer.
  4. Once simmering, add the tortellini. Cook according to the package instructions (usually about 3-5 minutes).
  5. Stir in the fresh spinach. Let it wilt for about a minute. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh basil if desired.

Notes

Customization is key; feel free to swap out spinach for kale or add other veggies. If you're not a fan of sausage, try ground turkey or chicken instead, or go vegetarian by adding more beans for protein. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to three days or frozen for up to three months.