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Creamy Sausage Tortellini Soup

Creamy Sausage Tortellini Soup Recipe: Perfect for 6 Servings!

This comforting Creamy Sausage Tortellini Soup combines savory Italian sausage, cheese-filled tortellini, fresh spinach, and rich tomato cream broth in one satisfying bowl. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights when you need something delicious, hearty, and warming. The one-pot preparation means minimal cleanup, while the restaurant-quality flavor makes it feel special enough for company.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 pound Italian sausage
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with juice
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 package (20 oz) refrigerated cheese tortellini
  • 3 cups fresh spinach, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan, plus more for serving

Instructions

  • Brown sausage: Heat olive oil in large pot over medium-high heat. Add sausage, breaking into crumbles. Cook 6-8 minutes until browned. Transfer to plate.
  • Sauté aromatics: In same pot, add onion and cook 2-3 minutes. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
  • Build broth: Add chicken broth, crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, basil, and red pepper flakes. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to boil, then simmer 5 minutes.
  • Add cream and tortellini: Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir in cream. Return sausage to pot. Add tortellini and simmer 5-7 minutes until tender.
  • Finish: Add spinach and stir until wilted, about 1-2 minutes. Stir in Parmesan. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  • Serve: Ladle into bowls and top with extra Parmesan. Serve with crusty bread.

Notes

  • Sausage: Mild, sweet, or hot Italian sausage all work. Remove casings if using links.
  • Tortellini: Refrigerated cooks fastest (5-7 min). Frozen needs 2-3 extra minutes.
  • Consistency: Add more broth if too thick, simmer uncovered if too thin.
  • Make ahead: Soup is great next day. Add extra broth when reheating as tortellini absorb liquid.
  • Freezing: Freezes well up to 3 months. May need extra liquid when reheating.
  • Lighter version: Use turkey sausage and half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
  • Author: Emy Hayer
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Soups
  • Method: Stovetop, One-Pot
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Find it online: https://yourrecipesguide.com/2025/12/30/creamy-sausage-tortellini-soup/