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Sausage Tortellini Soup

A cozy and flavorful soup made with savory Italian sausage, fresh tortellini, and vibrant vegetables, perfect for chilly evenings and family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 lb Italian Sausage Use high-quality sausage for the best flavor. Spicy recommended.
  • 9 oz Tortellini Fresh is best, but frozen works too.
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth Homemade preferred, low-sodium store-bought is fine.
  • 1 Onion, diced Sautéing brings sweetness.
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced Use fresh for the best flavor.
  • 2 Carrots, sliced Adds natural sweetness.
  • 2 cups Spinach, fresh Can substitute with kale or swiss chard.
  • 1 cup Tomato Sauce Choose a brand without added sugar.
  • 2 tsp Italian Seasoning Essential for flavor.
  • Salt & Pepper To taste.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil For sautéing.

Method
 

Sauté the Aromatics
  1. In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook for about 3-5 minutes until the onions are translucent.
Brown the Sausage
  1. Add the Italian sausage to the pot. Break it apart and cook for about 5 minutes until browned and no longer pink.
Add the Veggies
  1. Toss in the sliced carrots and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.
Build the Flavor
  1. Pour in the tomato sauce and then stir in the vegetable broth. Add the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil.
Cook the Tortellini
  1. Add the tortellini and cook according to package instructions, usually about 3-5 minutes. When they float to the top, they are done.
Finish with Spinach
  1. Stir in the fresh spinach and let it wilt for about 2 minutes before serving.

Notes

This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 2 months. Adjust seasoning as needed and consider adding a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for brightness.