Description
Indulge in the heartwarming delight of Sausage Tortellini Soup, a creamy Italian-inspired dish that brings comfort to your table. This flavorful soup combines savory ground Italian sausage with tender tortellini and nutritious kale, all simmered in a luscious broth enriched with heavy cream. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, this hearty meal is sure to satisfy everyone at the table. Pair it with garlic bread or a fresh salad for a complete dining experience that warms the soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground Italian sausage (hot or mild)
- 1 small yellow onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups kale (chopped)
- 5 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups tortellini (refrigerated or frozen)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, cook the sausage and onions until browned. Drain excess grease and add minced garlic; sauté for an additional minute.
- Stir in flour and spices, cooking for 1–2 minutes to blend flavors.
- Pour in chicken broth while scraping the pot’s bottom; then mix in heavy cream and bring to a boil before reducing to a simmer.
- Add chopped kale and tortellini, simmering for about 3–5 minutes until heated through.
- Adjust seasonings as needed before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg