Description
Creamy Sausage Tortellini Soup is the ultimate comfort food—rich, flavorful, and ready in under 40 minutes. This one-pot wonder brings together Italian sausage, cheese-filled tortellini, tender greens, and a creamy tomato broth for a bowl that’s equal parts cozy and hearty. It’s simple enough for weeknights but impressive enough for guests. The recipe is versatile, forgiving, and deeply satisfying—making it a reliable favorite you’ll turn to over and over again.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or hot, casing removed if linked)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 (14 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 9 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 2 cups chopped kale or spinach
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Fresh parsley and grated Parmesan (for garnish)
Instructions
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Brown the sausage in olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Remove and set aside.
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In the same pot, sauté onion until translucent. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
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Add crushed tomatoes and let simmer for 2 minutes.
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Pour in broth, return sausage to pot, add seasoning. Bring to a gentle boil.
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Simmer for 10 minutes, then add tortellini. Cook until just tender (5–7 mins).
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Stir in greens and cook until wilted. Add heavy cream and simmer gently.
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Adjust seasoning. Garnish and serve warm.
Notes
Add a splash of white wine after sautéing onion for more depth.
Use spinach for a quicker wilted green option.
For a thicker broth, stir in 1 tbsp of tomato paste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 430