Creamy Tortellini Soup
Creamy Tortellini Soup with Italian sausage and fresh spinach makes a comforting 45-minute meal. Rich, creamy broth with cheese tortellini perfection.
Equipment
- Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot
- wooden spoon
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
- knife
- cutting board
Ingredients
Soup Base
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound mild Italian sausage casings removed
- 1 medium yellow onion finely chopped
- 2 medium carrots peeled and diced
- 2 stalks celery diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 can diced tomatoes 14.5-ounce, undrained
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Finishing Ingredients
- 1 package refrigerated cheese tortellini 20-ounce
- 3 cups fresh spinach roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese plus more for serving
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add 1 pound Italian sausage and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, for 5-7 minutes until browned and crumbled.
- Add the finely chopped onion, diced carrots, and diced celery to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-6 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in 6 cups chicken broth and the entire can of undrained diced tomatoes. Add 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat to maintain a gentle simmer. Cook for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Add the entire package of refrigerated cheese tortellini to the simmering soup. Cook according to package directions, usually 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tortellini are tender and floating.
- Stir in 3 cups chopped fresh spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted. Turn off the heat and stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese until fully incorporated and the soup appears creamy. Serve immediately with additional Parmesan cheese for topping.
Notes
Serve immediately with additional Parmesan cheese for topping.