Description

Italian sausage tortellini soup is a comforting dish featuring savory Italian sausage, tender cheese tortellini, and fresh spinach in a rich tomato-based broth. Perfect for cozy meals, family dinners, or homemade comfort food. Easily made gluten-free or customized for unique flavors.

Ingredients

For the Base:

– 1 lb ground mild Italian sausage (or hot Italian sausage for extra spice)

– ½ medium yellow onion, diced

– 1 can (28 oz) diced tomatoes

– 2 tbsp tomato paste

– 3 cups chicken broth (use vegetable broth for vegetarian option)

– 2 tsp minced garlic

– 2 tsp Italian seasoning

– 1 tsp kosher salt

– ½ tsp black pepper

For the Add-ins:

– 20 oz fresh cheese tortellini (or gluten-free tortellini for GF option)

– 1 cup heavy cream (substitute half-and-half or coconut milk for lighter/dairy-free option)

– 2 cups fresh spinach (or substitute kale, Swiss chard, or arugula)

For Garnish (optional):

– Shaved Parmesan cheese

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Instructions

In a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage, breaking it up with a spoon, until no longer pink (about 8–10 minutes). Drain excess grease if necessary.
Add diced onions to the pot and cook until translucent (about 3–5 minutes).
Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato paste, chicken broth, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the tortellini, heavy cream, and spinach. Cook until the tortellini is tender and the spinach is wilted (about 8–10 minutes).
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with shaved Parmesan cheese before serving.

Notes

– Use fresh tortellini: Fresh tortellini cooks faster and has a better texture than dried tortellini. Adjust cooking time if using dried tortellini.

– Avoid overcooking spinach: Add spinach at the end and cook just until wilted to maintain its vibrant color and nutrients.

– Gluten-free option: Use gluten-free tortellini and verify all other ingredients are certified gluten-free.

– Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Freeze the soup without tortellini; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently. Cook fresh tortellini when reheating.

– Customizations: Substitute traditional tortellini with zucchini noodles or shirataki noodles for a keto-friendly version. Add red pepper flakes, white beans, or shredded chicken for variety.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Soup / Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian-Inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving (based on 6 servings per recipe)
Calories: ~350
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 900mg (varies with added seasonings, use low-sodium broth to reduce)
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 14g
Cholesterol: 50mg