Description
Hearty Italian Sausage Tortellini Soup delivers comfort in a bowl, blending robust flavors with tender pasta pillows. Warm spices and rich broth invite you to savor each spoonful of this soul-satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Meats:
- 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
Vegetables and Seasonings:
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Liquid and Dairy Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 (14 ounces) can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 (10 ounces) package cheese tortellini
Instructions
- Sizzle ground sausage in a spacious pot over medium-high heat, methodically crumbling the meat into delicate fragments until golden brown and caramelized.
- Incorporate finely chopped onions and minced garlic, sautéing until translucent and releasing aromatic flavors, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Stream chicken broth and crushed tomatoes into the pot, then sprinkle dried herbs and seasonings, creating a robust flavor foundation.
- Elevate heat to trigger a vigorous boil, then immediately reduce temperature and allow the liquid to simmer gently for 10-12 minutes, developing deep, complex taste profiles.
- Gently swirl heavy cream into the simmering mixture, introducing velvety richness and creating a luxurious texture.
- Cascade fresh spinach leaves into the soup, allowing them to wilt and integrate seamlessly within the liquid landscape.
- Introduce tortellini, carefully stirring and cooking for 6-8 minutes until pasta reaches perfect al dente consistency, ensuring each piece is tender yet maintains structural integrity.
- Taste and fine-tune seasonings with additional salt and pepper, guaranteeing a harmonious flavor balance before ladling into warm serving bowls.
- Serve immediately, capturing the soup’s peak temperature and vibrant essence.
Notes
- Customize meat choices by using turkey or plant-based sausage for healthier alternatives that maintain robust flavor profiles.
- Remove dairy cream and substitute with coconut milk or unsweetened almond cream for lactose-free and vegan-friendly options.
- Enhance nutritional value by adding extra vegetables like zucchini, carrots, or kale to increase fiber and micronutrient content.
- Control sodium levels by using low-sodium chicken broth and reducing additional salt, making the soup heart-friendly and diet-conscious.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg