Ingredients
– 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy, your choice)
– 4 cups chicken broth
– 9 ounces cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
– 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes (with juices)
– 2 cups fresh spinach (or kale)
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
Creating this Easy Sausage Tortellini Soup Recipe for Weeknights is straightforward. Follow these simple steps:
1. Brown the Sausage: In a large pot, heat over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
2. Add Broth: Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
3. Stir in Tomatoes: Add the diced tomatoes (with juices) to the pot and stir to combine.
4. Add Tortellini: Once the broth is simmering, add the cheese tortellini. Cook according to package instructions, usually about 3-5 minutes for fresh tortellini or 5-7 minutes for frozen.
5. Add Greens: Stir in the fresh spinach (or kale) and let it wilt for about 2 minutes.
6. Season: Sprinkle in the Italian seasoning, and add salt and pepper to taste.
7. Serve: Once everything is heated through, ladle the soup into bowls and serve immediately.
These easy steps will have you enjoying a hearty, flavorful soup in no time!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 20g