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Creamy Sausage Tortellini Soup

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A hearty and comforting soup featuring savory sausage, tender tortellini, and a creamy, flavorful broth—perfect for chilly evenings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy, ground or crumbled)
  • 12 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
  • 4 cups chicken broth (low-sodium)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: Red pepper flakes for heat
  • Optional: Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook, breaking it up into crumbles with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes). Remove sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, add diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté until softened and fragrant, about 3 minutes. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pot to release any browned bits. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Add the cheese tortellini to the pot and let them cook according to package instructions (usually 5-7 minutes). Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  5. Lower the heat and slowly stir in the heavy cream. Let it warm through for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Stir in the baby spinach and cook until wilted (about 2 minutes). Add the cooked sausage back to the pot, followed by freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheese is melted and the soup is velvety.
  7. Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Serve hot, garnished with parsley or more Parmesan if desired.

Notes

[‘Don’t rush the sauté—browning the sausage adds tons of flavor to the broth.’, ‘Season at every step for the best flavor.’, ‘Lower the heat when adding heavy cream to avoid curdling.’, ‘Use fresh Parmesan for the creamiest texture.’, ‘Customize the spice level with red pepper flakes or hot sauce.’]

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Keywords: Creamy Sausage Tortellini Soup, easy dinner, one-pot meal, comfort food, Italian soup, kid-friendly recipe

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