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Sausage and Tortellini Soup Easy

This Sausage and Tortellini Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish, perfect for a weeknight meal. Browning the sausage and sautéing the aromatics are key to developing a rich and delicious broth that complements the cheese tortellini and spinach.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound Italian sausage, removed from casings
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 9 ounces refrigerated cheese tortellini
  • 1 cup chopped fresh spinach
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Spoon
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the sausage and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Remove the sausage from the pot and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.
  3. Add the diced onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes (if using) and cook for 1 minute more, until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes (undrained). Bring to a simmer.
  6. Add the cooked sausage and cannellini beans to the pot. Simmer for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  7. Add the tortellini to the soup and cook according to package directions, usually about 3-5 minutes, or until tender.
  8. Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 1 minute.
  9. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  10. Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use Italian sausage with fennel. You can also add other vegetables, such as carrots or zucchini. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To brighten the flavor, add a squeeze of lemon juice before serving. Browning the sausage is a critical step for the best flavor.