Description
Savor the warmth of a cozy night in with this delightful Sausage Tortellini Soup. This creamy dish is a perfect blend of Italian sausage, tender tortellini, and vibrant kale, all simmered together in a rich broth. Ideal for busy weeknights, this soup is ready in just 30 minutes, making it an effortless meal choice for families or solo diners alike. With its hearty flavors and satisfying texture, it’s not only a comfort food favorite but also a nutritious option packed with protein and greens. Whether you serve it with garlic bread or topped with Parmesan cheese, this soup will quickly become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound ground Italian sausage (hot or mild)
- 1 small yellow onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 5 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 2 cups kale (chopped)
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook the ground sausage and diced onions over medium-high heat until browned; drain excess grease.
- Stir in minced garlic and flour, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Add dried basil, oregano, cayenne pepper (if desired), hot sauce, mustard powder, black pepper, and red pepper flakes; mix well.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream; bring to a boil before reducing to simmer.
- Add chopped kale and tortellini; cook for 3-5 minutes until tortellini is tender.
- Adjust seasoning with salt as needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 70mg