Italian Sausage and Tortellini Soup
Warm, hearty, and bursting with Italian flavors, this Italian Sausage and Tortellini Soup is a comforting one-pot meal perfect for cozy evenings. Featuring tender cheese tortellini, savory mild Italian sausage, and fresh spinach, this soup is simmered in a rich tomato and chicken broth infused with aromatic herbs like basil and oregano. Packed with sautéed vegetables like carrots, celery, and onion, it provides a delicious balance of textures and flavors in every spoonful. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or a quick family dinner. Garnish with grated Parmesan for an irresistible finishing touch and serve with crusty bread for the ultimate Italian-inspired experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb mild Italian sausage
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 28 oz crushed tomatoes (28 oz can)
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 4 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 9 oz cheese tortellini (refrigerated)
- 0.25 cup parmesan cheese, grated (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the Italian sausage, breaking it into crumbles with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes, then transfer the cooked sausage to a plate using a slotted spoon.
In the same pot, add the diced onion, minced garlic, sliced carrots, and sliced celery. Sauté for 5 minutes or until the onion becomes translucent.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Return the cooked sausage to the pot and bring the soup to a gentle boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Stir in the fresh spinach leaves and cheese tortellini. Simmer for another 7-10 minutes, or until the tortellini are tender and cooked through.
Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3100 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 171.4 g | 220% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.6 g | 328% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 531 mg | 177% | |
| Sodium | 14460 mg | 629% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 196.9 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.5 g | 91% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.1 g | ||
| Protein | 188.8 g | 378% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1634 mg | 126% | |
| Iron | 19.8 mg | 110% | |
| Potassium | 4857 mg | 103% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
