Creamy Sausage Tortellini Soup
Ingredients
- 12 oz sausage
such as spicy Italian sausage
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
regular or smoked
- 1 sweet potato peeled
cubed), large (or use 2 small
- 5 cloves garlic
minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 6 cups water
- 8 oz tortellini - Buitoni brand)
I used three-cheese tortellini (refrigerated
- 4 oz fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 4 tablespoons fresh thyme
Directions
- 1
Heat olive oil in a large, high-sided pot over medium heat. Add crumbled sausage.
- 2
Cook for several minutes over medium heat, stirring until the sausage is cooked through. Drain all grease. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning and paprika.
- 3
Add peeled and cubed sweet potato, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and tomato paste.
- 4
Add 6 cups of water. Note: You don't need to use chicken stock as the sausage imparts lots of flavor to the soup.
- 5
Bring to boil. Mix everything well, ensuring the tomato paste dissolves.
- 6
Once the soup is boiling, reduce to simmer (a visible boil), cover the pot with a lid, and cook for 15 minutes until the potatoes are cooked through.
- 7
Add tortellini to soup in the pot, cover with a lid and boil for 10 minutes over medium heat. Note: Use the cooking time indicated on the tortellini package as your guide.
- 8
Add spinach right in the end, stir in until it slightly wilts.
- 9
Remove the soup from heat. Add the cream and stir it in.
- 10
Season with salt and more red pepper flakes (add spice especially if you did not use spicy sausage). Top with fresh thyme.
- 11
Important note: No salt might be necessary if the sausage is very salty. Use your judgment about whether to add salt or not based on how salty the sausage is. If the sausage is not very salty, season with salt to taste, about ¼ teaspoon of salt or less.
Creamy Sausage Tortellini Soup
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About this Recipe
Craving a hearty, comforting meal that comes together quickly on a busy weeknight? This Creamy Sausage Tortellini Soup delivers rich, satisfying flavors and textures in one simple pot, making dinner a breeze with minimal cleanup.
What makes this soup a true weeknight winner is its smart one-pot preparation, which means minimal effort and maximum flavor. The foundation begins with savory sausage, perfectly seasoned with Italian seasoning and paprika, creating a rich base. This then mingles with tender sweet potatoes, vibrant fresh spinach, and cheesy three-cheese tortellini, all simmered together in a lusciously creamy broth, culminating in a dish that feels both effortlessly simple and deeply satisfying.
Prepare for a truly comforting bowl, brimming with tender, pillowy three-cheese tortellini that melt in your mouth, suspended in a lusciously creamy broth. You'll savor the robust, herbaceous flavor of Italian sausage, beautifully complemented by the natural, earthy sweetness of the cubed sweet potatoes, all brightened by the fresh, verdant spinach and aromatic garlic. The subtle warmth from a hint of red pepper flakes ensures each spoonful is a delightful experience, perfect for warming you from the inside out on a chilly evening.
This versatile soup welcomes your personal touch. If you prefer less heat, opt for a mild Italian sausage instead of spicy, or simply reduce the red pepper flakes. For a heartier vegetable component, you could experiment with adding kale in place of spinach. Feel free to use your favorite tortellini filling beyond three-cheese, perhaps mushroom or spinach.
This Creamy Sausage Tortellini Soup is ideal for cozy family dinners, casual gatherings, or any evening you need a truly comforting and complete meal. Serve it alongside a crusty loaf of bread to soak up every last drop of the delicious broth.