Comforting Tortellini Soup: Quick, Delicious, and Perfect for Any Meal!
A rich, creamy tortellini soup loaded with Italian sausage, tender pasta, fresh spinach, and a flavorful broth the perfect comfort food for any season.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
1 tbsp olive oil
1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy, casing removed)
1 medium onion, chopped
2 carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
6 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (optional)
1 tsp dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme)
9 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
2 cups fresh spinach
1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
2. Add sausage and cook until browned. Drain excess grease.
3. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
4. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
5. Pour in broth and diced tomatoes. Add Italian herbs and bring to a gentle boil.
6. Add tortellini and cook for 3–5 minutes, until tender.
7. Reduce heat, stir in cream, and add spinach until wilted.
8. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with Parmesan and serve hot.
Notes
Add red pepper flakes for a touch of spice.
Use turkey sausage or half cream for a lighter version.
Store leftovers in an airtight container up to 4 days.
Reheat gently on the stove with a splash of broth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg