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Spicy Sausage and Tortellini Soup – Hearty, Bold & Comforting

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A bold, creamy sausage and tortellini soup packed with spicy Italian sausage, cheese-filled pasta, and wilted spinach in a rich tomato broth — ready in under an hour.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 lb spicy Italian sausage

  • 1 yellow onion, chopped

  • 4–6 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

  • 1 tbsp tomato paste

  • 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes

  • 4 cups chicken broth

  • 10–12 oz cheese tortellini

  • ½ cup heavy cream

  • 2 oz cream cheese (optional)

  • 2 cups baby spinach

  • Salt & pepper, to taste

  • Parmesan & parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  • In a large pot, heat olive oil. Brown sausage until cooked through.

  • Add onion, garlic, seasoning, and pepper flakes. Sauté 3–4 minutes.

  • Stir in tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, and broth. Simmer 10–15 minutes.

  • Add tortellini, cream, and cream cheese. Simmer 4–6 minutes until pasta is tender.

  • Stir in spinach and season to taste. Garnish and serve hot.

Notes

  • Use turkey sausage for a lighter version.

  • Freeze without tortellini and add pasta fresh when reheating.

  • Add more veggies for extra nutrition.

Find it online: https://savoryproteinstudio.com/spicy-sausage-and-tortellini-soup-hearty-bold-comforting/