Description
Savor the deliciousness of this creamy Sausage Tortellini Soup, a quick and satisfying dish that’s perfect for any night of the week. In just 30 minutes, you can create a warm bowl filled with savory Italian sausage, tender tortellini, and vibrant kale in a rich, creamy broth. Ideal for family dinners or entertaining friends, this soup is not only hearty but also customizable to suit your taste. Whether you’re looking for a comforting meal on chilly evenings or an easy recipe to impress guests, this Sausage Tortellini Soup will surely become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground Italian sausage (hot or mild)
- 1 small yellow onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 5 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups kale (chopped)
- 2 cups tortellini (refrigerated or frozen)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 Tablespoons flour
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- 1 pinch cayenne (optional)
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- ½ teaspoon mustard powder
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, cook the ground sausage and diced onion until the sausage is browned and onions are softened. Drain excess grease.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in flour and spices; cook for 1-2 minutes to remove raw flour taste.
- Gradually pour in chicken broth and then stir in heavy cream; bring to a boil before reducing to simmer.
- Add chopped kale and tortellini; simmer for about 3-5 minutes until tortellini is cooked.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt as needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 60mg