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Creamy Tortellini Soup with Sausage and Spinach

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A quick and cozy soup featuring cheese tortellini, spicy Italian sausage, fresh spinach, and a creamy broth, perfect for warming up on chilly nights.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces Italian sausage, casings removed (spicy or mild)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth, low sodium preferred
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 9 ounces cheese tortellini, fresh or frozen
  • 4 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add the sausage, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary, leaving some for richness.
  2. Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened and translucent, about 4–5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Let simmer for 5 minutes to marry the flavors.
  4. Add the cheese tortellini to the simmering broth and cook according to package instructions, usually 3–5 minutes, until tender but not mushy. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  5. Lower heat to medium-low. Stir in the heavy cream gently. Add the chopped spinach in batches, allowing it to wilt before adding more.
  6. Add grated Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes if using. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Let simmer for another 2–3 minutes until heated through and creamy.
  7. Ladle soup into bowls and top with extra Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve hot.

Notes

If the soup is too thick, add a splash of broth or cream to loosen it. Brown the sausage well for deeper flavor. Use low to medium heat when adding cream to prevent curdling. Freshly grated Parmesan cheese improves flavor and melt. For gluten-free, use gluten-free tortellini or gnocchi. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and use dairy-free cheese or omit cheese.

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