Description

This Tuscan Tortellini Soup is a comforting Italian-American dish packed with savory Italian sausage, tender cheese tortellini, fresh spinach, and a creamy tomato broth. Perfect for a hearty weeknight dinner, this rich and flavorful soup combines classic Italian seasonings with wholesome ingredients for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy, casings removed)
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
1 tablespoon tomato paste
4 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
2 cups fresh baby spinach
1 package (9 oz) refrigerated cheese tortellini
½ cup heavy cream
Salt and black pepper to taste

Garnishes

Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Fresh basil (optional)

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Instructions

Sauté Aromatics: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Cook Sausage: Add the Italian sausage to the pot and cook until browned and crumbled, approximately 6–8 minutes. Drain any excess grease if necessary to avoid a greasy broth.
Add Tomatoes and Broth: Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, chicken broth, dried Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes if using. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 10 minutes. This simmering step allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
Cook Tortellini: Add the cheese tortellini to the pot and cook for 5–7 minutes or according to package instructions, until the tortellini are tender and cooked through.
Add Spinach and Cream: Stir in the fresh baby spinach and heavy cream. Simmer the soup for another 2–3 minutes until the spinach is wilted and the soup is creamy and heated through.
Season and Serve: Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil if desired for added flavor and a beautiful presentation.

Notes

You can substitute ground turkey or chicken sausage for a lighter version.
Use frozen tortellini instead of refrigerated if preferred—just add a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
For a dairy-free version, omit the heavy cream and add an extra cup of chicken broth.