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Italian Sausage Tortellini Soup Recipe
Marigold Voss

Italian Sausage Tortellini Soup Recipe

A rich and comforting Italian sausage tortellini soup made with savory sausage, tender tortellini, vegetables, and herbs in a flavorful broth. Perfect for a cozy dinner or family meal.
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Prep Time 12 minutes
Cook Time 28 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp Olive oil extra virgin
  • 1 lb Italian sausage mild or spicy, casings removed
  • 1 cup Onion chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 cup Carrots sliced
  • 1 cup Celery chopped
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning dried
  • 4 cups Chicken broth low sodium
  • 1 cup Diced tomatoes canned
  • 2 cups Cheese tortellini fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup Spinach fresh
  • ½ tsp Salt to taste
  • ½ tsp Black pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese grated, for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Large soup pot Heavy-bottom
  • 1 Wooden spoon For stirring
  • 1 Cutting board Ingredient prep
  • 1 Knife Sharp
  • 1 Measuring cups Optional

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.
  2. Add Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it apart.
  3. Add chopped onion and cook until softened.
  4. Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  5. Add carrots, celery, and Italian seasoning to the pot.
  6. Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes.
  7. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  8. Add tortellini and cook according to package instructions.
  9. Stir in fresh spinach until wilted.
  10. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  11. Remove from heat and garnish with Parmesan cheese before serving.

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Notes

  • Use spicy sausage for extra heat.
  • Add cream for a richer, creamier soup.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Cook tortellini separately if freezing the soup.