Description
Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of Sausage Tortellini Soup, a delightful one-pot meal that combines savory Italian sausage, tender tortellini, and nutritious kale simmered in a creamy broth. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, this dish can be prepared in just 30 minutes. Its rich taste and comforting texture make it a favorite among all ages. Serve it with warm garlic bread or a fresh salad for a complete dining experience that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground Italian sausage
- 1 small yellow onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 5 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups chopped kale
- 2 cups tortellini (refrigerated or frozen)
- Spices: dried basil, oregano, cayenne, hot sauce, mustard powder, pepper
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, cook the ground Italian sausage and diced onion until browned. Drain excess grease and add minced garlic; sauté for an additional minute.
- Stir in flour and spices (basil, oregano, cayenne, hot sauce, mustard powder, and pepper). Cook for 1–2 minutes to enhance flavor.
- Pour in chicken broth while scraping the pot’s bottom to incorporate any browned bits. Gradually add heavy cream and bring to a boil before reducing heat to simmer.
- Add chopped kale and tortellini; simmer for 3-5 minutes until heated through.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg