Description
Hearty sausage tortellini soup celebrates Italian comfort cuisine with robust flavors and rich ingredients. Warm bowls of savory goodness invite diners to savor each spoonful of this satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1 pound (454 grams) Italian sausage, casings removed
- 1 package (10 ounces / 283 grams) cheese tortellini
- 4 cups (1 liter) fresh spinach, chopped
Liquid and Broth Base:
- 4 cups (1 liter) chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 ounces / 411 grams) diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) heavy cream
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions
- Warm the olive oil in a spacious pot over medium-high heat, introducing crumbled sausage and cooking until it develops a rich, golden-brown exterior.
- Incorporate finely chopped onions, sautéing until they turn translucent and release their aromatic essence. Add minced garlic and allow it to bloom for 60 seconds.
- Stream in chicken broth and diced tomatoes, infusing the liquid with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Elevate to a vigorous boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer for 10 minutes, allowing flavors to meld harmoniously.
- Gently fold fresh spinach leaves into the simmering soup, then introduce tortellini. Continue cooking for 5-7 minutes until pasta reaches an al dente consistency, ensuring a tender bite.
- Swirl in rich, velvety heavy cream, letting it integrate into the soup for an additional 2 minutes, creating a luxurious and creamy texture.
- Ladle the steaming soup into serving bowls, finishing with a generous sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese for an extra layer of savory depth.
Notes
- Swap spicy sausage for mild varieties to accommodate different heat preferences and ensure everyone enjoys the soup.
- Choose whole wheat or gluten-free tortellini to make the dish suitable for specific dietary needs without compromising flavor.
- Add extra vegetables like zucchini or carrots to boost nutritional value and create a more substantial meal.
- Let the soup rest for 5-10 minutes after cooking to allow flavors to meld and develop a richer, more complex taste profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 375 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg