Creamy Sausage Tortellini Soup

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🍲 Creamy Sausage Tortellini Soup Recipe

🕒 Total Time:

  • Prep: 10 mins

  • Cook: 25–30 mins

  • Total: ~35–40 mins

🍽️ Servings:

  • 4–6

✅ Ingredients:

  • 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy, your choice)

  • 1 tbsp olive oil (if needed)

  • 1 small onion, diced

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

  • 4 cups chicken broth

  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained

  • 1 package (9 oz) refrigerated cheese tortellini

  • 2–3 cups fresh spinach (or kale)

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • Salt & pepper, to taste

  • Parmesan cheese, for garnish (optional)

👨‍🍳 Instructions:

  1. Brown the Sausage
    In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, cook sausage until browned and crumbled. Drain excess fat if needed.

  2. Sauté Aromatics
    Add a bit of olive oil (if the pot is dry). Add onion, sauté 3–4 minutes. Stir in garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes; cook another 30 seconds.

  3. Add Broth & Tomatoes
    Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes (with juices). Bring to a gentle boil.

  4. Cook Tortellini
    Add tortellini and cook per package instructions (usually 5–7 minutes), until tender.

  5. Add Spinach & Cream
    Lower heat to a simmer. Stir in spinach until wilted. Add heavy cream and stir to combine. Heat gently—do not boil.

  6. Season & Serve
    Taste and adjust with salt and pepper. Serve hot with grated Parmesan on top if desired.

❓ Q&A

Q: Can I use frozen tortellini?
A: Yes! Add it straight from frozen; you may need to cook it 1–2 minutes longer.

Q: Can I substitute the heavy cream?
A: You can use half-and-half or whole milk, but it won’t be as rich. For dairy-free, use full-fat coconut milk.

Q: What vegetables can I add?
A: Chopped zucchini, carrots, or mushrooms work well. Sauté them with the onion.

Q: How do I store leftovers?
A: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Tortellini may absorb liquid—add a splash of broth or cream when reheating.

Q: Can I freeze it?
A: Best to freeze before adding the tortellini and cream. Reheat, then add tortellini and cream when ready to serve.

Q: Can I make it vegetarian?
A: Yes! Use plant-based sausage or skip the meat and use vegetable broth. Consider adding white beans for protein.

Q: Can I make it spicy?
A: Use hot Italian sausage and increase the red pepper flakes.

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