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Bowl of Italian Sausage Tortellini Soup with cheese tortellini, sausage, spinach, and Parmesan garnish on wooden table

Italian Sausage Tortellini Soup

Evelyn
This hearty Italian Sausage Tortellini Soup is a cozy, flavor-packed dish made with savory sausage, tender cheese tortellini, and fresh spinach in a rich tomato broth. It’s the perfect comfort food for chilly nights!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course, Soup
Cuisine Italian, Italian-American
Servings 6 bowls
Calories 420 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base

  • 1 lb Italian sausage mild or spicy, casings removed
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth low sodium
  • 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper freshly ground

For the Add-Ins

  • 9 oz cheese tortellini fresh or refrigerated
  • 2 cups fresh spinach roughly chopped
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream optional, for a creamy version
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese grated, for serving

Instructions
 

  • In a large pot, cook the Italian sausage over medium heat, breaking it apart with a spoon until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  • Add diced onion and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
  • Pour in the chicken broth and crushed tomatoes. Stir in Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Add the cheese tortellini and cook according to package instructions, typically 5–7 minutes, until tender.
  • Stir in the fresh spinach and heavy cream (if using). Let the soup simmer for 2–3 more minutes, until the spinach wilts.
  • Ladle the soup into bowls and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving.

Notes

For a lighter version, skip the heavy cream or replace it with half-and-half. You can also substitute chicken sausage or turkey sausage for a leaner option.
Nutrition Information
Calories: 420 kcal
 Total Fat: 26g
 Saturated Fat: 12g
 Cholesterol: 85mg
 Sodium: 980mg
 Total Carbohydrates: 28g
 Dietary Fiber: 3g
 Sugars: 5g
 Protein: 20g
 Vitamin A: 45% DV
 Vitamin C: 25% DV
Keyword comfort food, easy dinner, Italian sausage soup, tortellini soup