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Creamy Tortellini Soup with Sausage

Creamy Tortellini Soup with Sausage: 30-Minute Cozy Delight

This Creamy Tortellini Soup with Sausage is a hearty, flavorful meal perfect for chilly evenings, ready in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 package Italian sausage substitute with turkey or chicken sausage for lighter option
  • 0.5 cup Onion, finely chopped shallots can be used for milder flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic, minced fresh is best, garlic powder works in a pinch
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper can swap for white pepper
  • 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour gluten-free flour can be used
  • 3 cups Tomato sauce opt for plain canned tomato sauce
For the Hearty Elements
  • 1 package Cheese tortellini 9 ounces, fresh recommended
  • 0.5 cup Heavy cream or half and half, evaporated milk can be a lighter substitute
For the Greens
  • 1 cup Baby spinach or kale for a different flavor
  • 0.5 cup Kale, chopped remove tough stems
For the Finishing Touch
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped basil is a tasty alternative

Equipment

  • Medium-sized pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium-sized pot over medium heat, add the Italian sausage. Cook for about 5–7 minutes until browned.
  2. Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until the onions become translucent.
  3. Stir in the salt, black pepper, and all-purpose flour, cooking for an additional minute.
  4. Pour in the tomato sauce, stirring well. Increase the heat to bring the mixture to a simmer for about 3 minutes.
  5. Add the cheese tortellini, cook for 5–7 minutes, until tender and floating to the top.
  6. Gently fold in the heavy cream, baby spinach, and chopped kale, cooking for 2–3 minutes until the greens are wilted.
  7. Ladle the soup into bowls, garnishing with chopped parsley. Serve warm with crusty garlic bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This soup is perfect for making ahead and can be frozen for later use. Adjust seasonings to your preference.

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