Harvest Sausage Tortellini Soup with Spinach
This hearty autumn soup features Italian sausage and cheese tortellini, complemented by fresh spinach and a rich broth. It's perfect for warming up on chilly days.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups water
- 1 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes undrained
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 cups fresh spinach roughly chopped
- 1 package 9 oz fresh cheese tortellini
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
- Fresh parsley finely chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add Italian sausage, breaking it into smaller pieces, and cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and water, then add diced tomatoes, basil, oregano, and red pepper flakes.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer.
- Add fresh tortellini and cook according to package instructions, about 3-5 minutes.
- Stir in chopped spinach and allow it to wilt for 2-3 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and parsley.
Notes
Serve with a drizzle of olive oil for added richness.