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Italian Sausage Tortellini Soup


  • Author: anna
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-free (if using gluten-free tortellini), Nutritious

Description

A quick and hearty Italian Sausage Tortellini Soup that’s perfect for weeknight dinners.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb Italian sausage (pork or turkey)
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup cheese-filled tortellini (fresh or frozen)
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Instructions

  1. Prep & mise en place: Chop onion, mince garlic, measure broth, open tomatoes, portion tortellini, wash spinach.
  2. Brown the sausage: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add Italian sausage and brown it, breaking it into pieces.
  3. Build aromatics: Once browned, add diced onion and sauté until translucent, then add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  4. Add liquids & tomatoes: Pour in chicken broth and the diced tomatoes. Stir to combine.
  5. Season & simmer: Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer.
  6. Add tortellini: Add the tortellini and cook according to package instructions.
  7. Finish with greens & cheese: Stir in the spinach and cook until wilted. Serve hot topped with grated Parmesan.

Notes

Feel free to customize with different sausages or greens. Add a splash of lemon to brighten the broth if desired.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Braising
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 27g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg