Sausage Tortellini Soup
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground Italian sausage
hot or mild
- 1 small yellow onion
diced
- 3 cloves garlic
minced
- 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 cup heavy cream
- 5 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups kale
chopped
- 2 cups refrigerated tortellini
just under 10 oz.
- Salt/ to taste
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes
Directions
- 1
Note: The mustard powder and hot sauce are so subtle in this soup but help enhance the other flavors, so although you may be hesitant to add them, I highly recommend it!
- 2
Remove the casings from the sausage if you purchased links. Cook and crumble the sausage and diced onions over medium-high heat until the onions are softened and the sausage is cooked through, 8-10 minutes. Drain grease. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- 3
Add the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
- 4
Add 1 tsp dried basil, ½ tsp oregano, 1 pinch of cayenne, 1 tsp hot sauce, ½ tsp mustard powder, ¼ tsp pepper. Stir to combine.
- 5
Add the chicken broth and use a silicone spatula to “clean” the bottom of the pot. Add the cream. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer.
- 6
Add the kale and tortellini and simmer for 3-5 minutes. (If your tortellini needs longer cooking time, add the tortellini first, then the kale during the last 5 minutes.)
- 7
Taste the soup and add salt if desired. Start with ¼ tsp and add more after that if needed.
- 8
Transfer to serving bowls and top with a pinch of red pepper flakes. Serve with Garlic Bread with Cheese.
Sausage Tortellini Soup
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About this Recipe
Craving a comforting, hearty meal that’s ready in a flash? This creamy Sausage Tortellini Soup delivers rich, satisfying flavors in just 30 minutes, making it a perfect solution for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings.
What makes this soup shine is the way humble ingredients come together with minimal effort. Savory ground Italian sausage, fresh kale, and tender tortellini are simmered in a luxurious, perfectly seasoned cream broth. It’s a complete meal in one bowl that tastes far more intricate than its simple preparation suggests.
Prepare for a wonderfully rich and savory experience. Each spoonful offers tender, cheese-filled tortellini swimming in a luscious, creamy broth, perfectly balanced by the robust flavor of Italian sausage. The fresh kale adds a touch of earthy bitterness and vibrant color, while the subtle hints of hot sauce, cayenne, and red pepper flakes provide a gentle warmth that makes this soup incredibly comforting and deeply satisfying.
Customization & Serving
You can easily adjust the spice level of your Sausage Tortellini Soup by choosing hot or mild Italian sausage and customizing the amount of cayenne and red pepper flakes. For a milder soup, simply omit the hot sauce and cayenne entirely. This versatile recipe offers a complete meal on its own, making it ideal for a comforting family dinner or a welcoming potluck offering.
Serve this satisfying soup with a crusty baguette or a simple green salad to complement its richness and soak up every last drop of the delicious broth.