Kate's Spicy Sausage Tortellini Soup

Warm up your weeknight dinners with Kate's Spicy Sausage Tortellini Soup, a bold and hearty dish that’s brimming with flavor and comfort. Featuring spicy Italian sausage, plump three-cheese tortellini, and a medley of fresh vegetables like baby spinach, carrots, and celery, this creamy soup is the ultimate one-pot meal. Infused with fragrant Italian seasoning and a touch of crushed red pepper flakes, it delivers a delightful kick that’s perfectly balanced by a splash of heavy cream. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy nights, yet elegant enough for guests. Ladle it into bowls, top with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and freshly chopped parsley, and savor every bite. Perfect for cozy dinners or as a flavorful meal to impress your loved ones, this soup is bound to be your new go-to comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound spicy Italian sausage (casings removed)
• 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 medium carrots (peeled and sliced)
• 2 stalks celery (sliced)
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes (with juices)
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 20 ounces three-cheese tortellini (fresh or refrigerated)
• 4 cups baby spinach (fresh)
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the spicy Italian sausage, breaking it into crumbles with a spoon, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion, minced garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the crushed red pepper flakes and cook for an additional 1 minute to release their flavor.

Step 5

Add the chicken broth, diced tomatoes (including juices), Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir well, then bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 6

Return the sausage to the pot and let the soup simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Add the tortellini to the pot and cook according to the package instructions (typically 5-7 minutes), until tender and cooked through.

Step 8

Stir in the fresh baby spinach and heavy cream. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, just until the spinach is wilted and the soup is heated through.

Step 9

Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt or pepper if necessary.

Step 10

Serve the soup hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3644.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4387.3

Total Fat 245.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 112.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 713.7mg	0%
Sodium 14208.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 301.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.3g	0%
Total Sugars 43.1g
Protein 207.8g	0%

Vitamin D 47.4IU	0%
Calcium 2672.2mg	0%
Iron 27.4mg	0%
Potassium 5484.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.0%

Protein: 19.6%

Carbs: 28.4%