Description
Savor the richness of Sausage Tortellini Soup, a delightful dish that combines hearty Italian sausage, tender tortellini, and vibrant kale in a creamy broth. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this recipe allows you to whip up a comforting meal in just 30 minutes. Each bowl offers a warm hug on chilly nights, promising satisfaction for both kids and adults alike. It’s not only quick to prepare but also versatile, making it easy to customize with your favorite vegetables or spices. Get ready to indulge in a delicious bowl of this creamy goodness!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground Italian sausage (hot or mild)
- 1 small yellow onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups kale (chopped)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 5 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups tortellini (refrigerated or frozen)
- 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 ground sausage and diced onions until the onions soften and the sausage is browned (about 8-10 minutes). Drain excess grease and add minced garlic; cook for another minute.
- Sprinkle flour over the meat mixture and stir for 1-2 minutes.
- Add basil, oregano, cayenne, hot sauce, mustard powder, pepper, and stir well.
- Pour in chicken broth while scraping any bits off the bottom of the pot; stir in heavy cream and bring to a boil before reducing to a simmer.
- Add chopped kale and tortellini; simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes until heated through.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt as needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg