Creamy Tortellini Soup
Ingredients
- 1 tbspolive oil
- 1 lbitalian sausage
casing removed
- 3 clovesgarlic
minced
- 1 mediumsweet onion
diced
- 2 tspitalian seasoning
- to tastekosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tbspall-purpose flour
- 4 cchicken stock
- 1can tomato sauce
- 1parmesan rind
optional
- 1package refrigerated three cheese tortellini
- ½ bunchkale
stems removed and leaves chopped
- ⅓ cheavy cream
- 3 tbspchopped fresh basil
Directions
- 1
Heat olive oil in a large stockpot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add Italian sausage and cook until browned, about 3-5 minutes, making sure to crumble the sausage as it cooks; drain excess fat.
- 2
Stir in garlic, onion and Italian seasoning. Cook, stirring frequently, until onions have become translucent, about 2-3 minutes; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- 3
Whisk in flour until lightly browned, about 1 minute.
- 4
Stir in chicken stock, tomato sauce and Parmesan rind, if using. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until reduced and slightly thickened, about 10 minutes.
- 5
Stir in tortellini; cover and cook until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- 6
Stir in kale until wilted, about 1-2 minutes. Stir in heavy cream and basil until heated through, about 1 minute; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- 7
Serve immediately.
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About this Recipe
Craving a comforting, hearty soup that tastes like it took hours but is ready in a flash? This Creamy Tortellini Soup delivers incredible flavor and coziness in just 30 minutes, making it your new favorite weeknight savior.
What sets this creamy tortellini soup apart is its clever layering of flavors, all developed rapidly to achieve a rich depth. Starting with savory Italian sausage, aromatic garlic and onion, and a hint of Italian seasoning, you quickly build a robust foundation. The addition of all-purpose flour then creates a velvety texture when combined with chicken stock and vibrant tomato sauce, which beautifully cradles the tender tortellini and healthy kale, ensuring every bite is harmonious and comforting.
You can expect a bowl brimming with satisfying textures and rich flavors. Each spoonful offers tender, cheesy tortellini swimming in a luxurious, creamy broth that's deeply savory from the Italian sausage and brightened by fresh basil. The softened kale adds a gentle bitterness and pleasant chew, balancing the richness of the cream and sausage. With the optional parmesan rind slowly infusing its umami goodness, this soup becomes incredibly complex yet approachable. It's truly a hug in a bowl, perfect for chasing away a chilly evening and filling you up without feeling heavy.
Customization & Variations
Feel free to make this creamy tortellini soup your own. Swap the Italian sausage for ground chicken or turkey for a lighter option, or omit meat entirely and add extra vegetables like diced carrots and celery for a vegetarian version. If kale isn't your favorite, spinach is a great substitute; just stir it in at the very end. You could also experiment with different tortellini fillings, such as spinach and ricotta or mushroom tortellini.
This cozy tortellini soup is ideal for a quick family dinner or a comforting meal on a busy weeknight. Serve it piping hot with a side of crusty bread for dipping, or a simple green salad to complete your meal.