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Creamy Sausage Tortellini Soup

Comforting Creamy Sausage Tortellini Soup for Cozy Nights

This Creamy Sausage Tortellini Soup is quick to make and perfect for cozy nights, combining spicy sausage with creamy broth and tender tortellini.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 pound Italian Sausage spicy or mild
  • 1 cup diced Sweet Potatoes can substitute with regular potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or butter for richer flavor
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced; fresh is best
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or coconut cream for dairy-free
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste or fresh tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes remove or reduce for milder soup
For the Tortellini and Greens
  • 12 ounces Cheese Tortellini fresh or frozen
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach or kale for a heartier option
For Garnishing
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme or dried thyme in pinch

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat two tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Crumble in 1 pound of Italian sausage and sauté for about 5-7 minutes, until browned and cooked through.
  2. Add 1 tablespoon of Italian seasoning and 1 teaspoon of paprika to the pot. Stir well for about 1 minute.
  3. Stir in 1 cup of diced sweet potatoes, 3 cloves of minced garlic, and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Add 2 tablespoons of tomato paste.
  4. Pour in 4 cups of water or chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for approximately 15 minutes.
  5. Stir in 12 ounces of cheese tortellini into the simmering broth and follow package instructions for cooking time.
  6. Add 2 cups of fresh spinach to the pot, stirring until wilted.
  7. Stir in 1 cup of heavy cream and season with salt and additional red pepper flakes to taste.
  8. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh thyme. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, taste the soup before adding extra salt, as sausage varies in saltiness. Freeze without cream for longer storage.

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