Autumn Tortellini Soup With Sausage
Warm up this season with our delightful Autumn Tortellini Soup featuring savory sausage and vibrant spinach. This cozy dish is a perfect blend of comforting flavors and nutritious ingredients, making it ideal for chilly evenings or festive gatherings. With tender tortellini, hearty vegetables, and a rich broth, this soup not only satisfies cravings but also allows for customizations to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound chicken sausage, casings removed
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 stalks celery, sliced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (9-ounce) package cheese tortellini
- 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken sausage until browned, about 5-7 minutes; remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté diced onion, carrots, and celery until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and Italian seasoning; cook until fragrant.
- Add chicken broth and diced tomatoes; return the sausage to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Add tortellini according to package instructions (usually 7-9 minutes) until tender.
- Stir in fresh spinach and let wilt for 1-2 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, optionally garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 45mg