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Tortellini Soup with Sausage

Comforting Tortellini Soup with Sausage for Cozy Nights

This Tortellini Soup with Sausage is a comforting dish perfect for chilly nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 lb Italian Sausage Opt for bulk sausage for easy browning.
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil Can be swapped with vegetable oil if desired.
  • 1 medium Onion Shallots work as a milder substitute.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic performs best.
For the Veggies
  • 2 medium Carrots Parsnips can be used for a different flavor.
  • 1 cup Butternut Squash Sweet potatoes or pumpkin make excellent substitutes.
  • 4 cups Baby Spinach Fresh or frozen kale can be a great alternative.
For the Broth and Seasoning
  • 6 cups Chicken Broth Vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
  • 1 tbsp Dried Thyme Use three times the amount if using fresh thyme.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Finish
  • 2 cups Cheese Tortellini Swap with spinach tortellini for a tasty twist.
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast is a great dairy-free alternative.

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a large pot, drizzle in a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the bulk Italian sausage, breaking it into small pieces. Cook for about 5–7 minutes until browned.
  2. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, sliced carrots, and cubed butternut squash. Stir and sauté for around 5 minutes until the vegetables soften.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and sprinkle in the dried thyme. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and cover. Cook for about 15 minutes.
  4. Stir in the cheese tortellini and cook according to package instructions, usually about 5–7 minutes.
  5. Gently fold in the baby spinach and stir for 1–2 minutes until wilted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Ladle the soup into bowls, garnishing each with grated Parmesan cheese. Enjoy your warm dish!

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. For freezing, use freezer-safe containers for up to 3 months. Add freshly cooked spinach when reheating for best flavor.

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