Description
Sausage Tortellini Soup is a comforting, hearty dish featuring savory Italian sausage, tender cheese tortellini, and fresh greens in a rich, flavorful broth. It’s perfect for a cozy meal on a chilly day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb. ground Italian sausage
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 pinches red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 cups low sodium beef broth
- 1 ½ tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can fire-roasted tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth or low sodium chicken broth
- 10 ounces refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 3 cups arugula or spinach
- Grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)
- Fresh thyme (optional, for garnish)
- Fresh basil (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Brown the Sausage:
In a large Dutch oven or stockpot, cook the ground Italian sausage over medium heat until browned. Add the chopped onion midway through and continue cooking until the sausage is fully browned and the onion is softened. - Add the Aromatics:
Reduce heat to low and add minced garlic, dried basil, oregano, parsley, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Stir for about 1 minute until fragrant. - Incorporate the Tomato Paste:
In a small bowl, whisk tomato paste with about ½ cup of beef broth. Add this mixture to the pot along with the remaining beef broth, vegetable (or chicken) broth, and fire-roasted tomatoes. Bring the soup to a low boil over medium heat. - Cook the Tortellini:
Once the soup reaches a boil, reduce heat to a simmer. Add the cheese tortellini and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the tortellini are tender. - Finish the Soup:
Stir in arugula or spinach until wilted. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. - Serve:
Ladle the soup into bowls and top with grated Parmesan cheese. Garnish with fresh thyme or basil if desired.
Notes
- Variations: Substitute turkey sausage for a lighter version, or use other greens like kale or Swiss chard.
- Storage: Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat on the stovetop.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve with crusty bread or a simple green salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Calories: Approximately 380 kcal
- Sugar: 6 grams
- Fat: 22 grams
- Carbohydrates: 29 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 16 grams
Keywords: Sausage Tortellini Soup