Description
A comforting and hearty sausage and tortellini soup, perfect for cold evenings, combining savory sausage, tender tortellini, and fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
- Sausage (Italian or your choice)
- Tortellini (cheese, spinach, or meat-filled)
- Broth (chicken or vegetable)
- Aromatics (garlic, onions)
- Vegetables (spinach, carrots, or bell peppers)
- Herbs (basil, thyme, or oregano)
- Cream (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the sausage: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat a splash of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sausage, crumbling it with a wooden spoon. Cook until it’s browned and filled with flavor, about 5-7 minutes.
- Sauté aromatics: Add diced onions and minced garlic to the pot, stirring frequently until they become fragrant and translucent.
- Add veggies: Stir in your chosen vegetables. If using fresh spinach, wait to add it until near the end.
- Pour in the broth: Add the broth to the pot, bringing it to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat and simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Tortellini time: Add the tortellini to the pot and cook according to package instructions, usually just 3-5 minutes if you’re using frozen.
- Finish with cream and herbs: If desired, stir in a splash of cream to enrich the soup. Lastly, add fresh herbs to brighten the dish and season generously with salt and pepper.
Notes
Feel free to substitute vegetables or proteins based on your preferences. Avoid overcooking the tortellini to prevent mushiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: soup, sausage, tortellini, comfort food, easy recipe, family meal