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Italian Sausage Tortellini Soup

A hearty and flavorful soup combining Italian sausage, cheese tortellini, and fresh spinach in a creamy tomato broth.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

Meat

  • 16 ounces Italian sausage see note
  • 0.5 medium onion chopped finely
  • 2 sticks celery chopped finely
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 3-4 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 28 ounce can diced tomatoes with juices
  • 0.25 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 cups refrigerated cheese tortellini generous
  • 1 cup heavy/whipping cream
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach optional

Seasoning

  • to taste Salt & pepper

Instructions
 

  • Sauté sausage in a large pot until browned, then remove and set aside.
  • Cook onion and celery in the same pot for 4-5 minutes, then add flour and garlic, cooking for 1 minute.
  • Gradually add chicken broth, stirring until smooth, then add tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and sausage. Bring to a boil.
  • Add tortellini, simmer for 5 minutes, then stir in cream and cook for another 5 minutes. Finish with spinach and season to taste.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use spicy Italian sausage or add red pepper flakes.
Keyword sausage