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Sausage Tortellini Soup with Spinach

Comforting Sausage Tortellini Soup with Spinach in 35 Minutes

This Sausage Tortellini Soup with Spinach is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly nights, and ready in just 35 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Use this for sautéing the sausage and vegetables.
  • 1 pound Italian Sausage Pick mild or spicy depending on your taste.
  • 1 medium Onion Diced yellow onion is ideal.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced fresh garlic is best for flavor.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Dried Oregano Classic herb that complements the soup.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Dried Thyme Brings subtle earthiness to the broth.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Optional; adjust according to your spice preference.
For the Soup
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Opt for low-sodium to control saltiness.
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) Diced Tomatoes Fire-roasted can enhance overall flavor.
  • 1 package (9 ounces) Fresh Cheese Tortellini Frozen tortellini is a good alternative.
  • 4 cups Fresh Spinach Roughly chopped; wili quickly into the soup.
  • Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper Essential for seasoning.
  • 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese For serving; can substitute with Pecorino Romano.

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add Italian sausage, breaking it into pieces, and cook until browned.
  2. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent. Stir in minced garlic, oregano, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Cook until fragrant.
  3. Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Bring to a gentle boil.
  4. Add fresh cheese tortellini to the pot and simmer until tender, about 3-5 minutes.
  5. Stir in fresh spinach and allow it to wilt in the soup.
  6. Taste and season with salt and black pepper before serving.
  7. Ladle the soup into bowls and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with your favorite veggies or proteins. Perfect for leftovers, store in an airtight container.

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