Description
Sausage Spinach Tortellini Soup is a flavorful dish packed with Italian sausage, tender tortellini, and fresh spinach. This easy-to-make soup is perfect for a cozy dinner, bringing comfort and nutrition in every bowl.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion diced
- 1 lb italian sausage mild or spicy
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
- 1 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 1 9-ounce package of refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 4 cups fresh spinach packed
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 4–5 minutes until softened.
- Add the italian sausage to the pot, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned. Drain any excess grease.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth, crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, and red pepper flakes. Stir well, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 20–30 minutes.
- Add the cheese tortellini to the pot and simmer for 4–6 minutes, or until the tortellini are tender.
- Remove the pot from heat, stir in the fresh spinach, and cover. Let sit for 1–2 minutes until the spinach wilts. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
You can use spicy sausage for an extra kick.
Feel free to add other vegetables or beans for added nutrition.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 345
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 825mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg