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Sausage Tortellini Soup with Spinach

A hearty autumn soup packed with Italian sausage, cheese tortellini, and fresh spinach — the perfect cozy dinner for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Italian sausage mild or spicy
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 medium carrots sliced
  • 2 celery stalks chopped
  • 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 9 oz cheese tortellini fresh or frozen
  • 3 cups fresh spinach roughly chopped
  • ½ cup heavy cream optional, for creamier soup
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sausage and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
  2. Stir in onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook 5–6 minutes until vegetables soften.
  3. Add diced tomatoes, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir and bring to a boil.
  4. Lower heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes to develop flavor.
  5. Add tortellini and cook according to package directions (usually 5–7 minutes) until tender.
  6. Stir in spinach and let it wilt into the soup.
  7. For a creamy version, stir in heavy cream just before serving.
  8. Ladle into bowls, top with Parmesan, and enjoy warm.

Notes

Serve with a side of garlic bread or a slice of crusty baguette for dipping — perfect for a cozy autumn meal.