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Cozy Creamy Sausage Tortellini Soup

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A warm and comforting soup featuring Italian sausage, tender cheese tortellini, and a creamy broth, perfect for cozy nights and easy weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy, casing removed and crumbled)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 6 cups chicken broth (low-sodium recommended)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 package (about 9 oz) cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the crumbled Italian sausage and cook until browned and crispy on the edges, about 8-10 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary, leaving enough to sauté the vegetables.
  2. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Stir and cook until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in 6 cups of chicken broth. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.
  4. Add the cheese tortellini directly into the simmering soup. Cook fresh tortellini for 3-5 minutes or frozen for 6-7 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  5. Lower the heat to a gentle simmer and whisk in 1 cup heavy cream. Add the baby spinach and cook until just wilted, about 2 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if using.
  6. Off the heat, stir in ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese for extra richness. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  7. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan or fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

Brown the sausage well to develop crispy edges for deeper flavor. Add cream at the end off the heat to prevent curdling. Use fresh tortellini if possible for a tender texture. If soup thickens after resting, stir in broth or water to loosen. Season gradually and taste as you go.

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