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Sausage Tortellini Soup with Spinach

Savoring Sausage Tortellini Soup with Spinach for Cozy Days

Enjoy this Sausage Tortellini Soup with Spinach, a perfect blend of savory sausage, cheese-filled tortellini, and fresh spinach for cozy evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Use less for lower-fat option.
  • 1 pound Italian Sausage Can be mild or spicy.
  • 1 medium Onion (diced) Yellow or white onion preferred.
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh garlic is preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Can substitute with basil.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Can swap with rosemary.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Optional for heat.
  • 6 cups Chicken Broth Vegetable broth can be used.
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes (canned, with juices)
  • 9 ounces Fresh Cheese Tortellini Frozen tortellini may also be used.
  • 4 cups Fresh Spinach (roughly chopped) Kale can be substituted.
  • to taste Salt and Black Pepper Adjust according to your taste.
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese For garnishing.

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Cook 1 pound of Italian sausage for 6-8 minutes until browned.
  2. Add 1 diced onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until translucent. Add 3 cloves of minced garlic, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1-2 minutes until garlic is fragrant.
  3. Pour in 6 cups of chicken broth and 1 can of diced tomatoes. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to maintain a simmer.
  4. Add 9 ounces of fresh cheese tortellini and let it simmer for 3-5 minutes until tender.
  5. Stir in 4 cups of chopped spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted. Season with salt and black pepper.
  6. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1600IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, taste as you go to balance flavors. Store leftovers smartly to maintain texture.

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