There’s something magical about a warm bowl of soup on a chilly evening, and this Spicy Italian Sausage and Tortellini Soup hits all the right notes. Packed with flavor, it’s the kind of dish that wraps you in a cozy embrace and makes you feel right at home.
The blend of spicy sausage and tender tortellini creates a delightful harmony, while the aromatic herbs and vibrant colors bring everything to life. Each spoonful is a little adventure, bursting with warmth and comfort that’s perfect for any occasion.
Whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a gathering with friends, this soup is sure to impress. Let’s dive into the deliciousness and whip up a pot that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground Italian sausage, hot or mild
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 Tablespoons flour
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- 1 pinch cayenne, optional
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- ½ teaspoon mustard powder
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 5 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups kale, chopped
- 2 cups tortellini, just under 10 oz. (refrigerated or frozen)
- Salt to taste
Directions:
- Cook and crumble the sausage and diced onions over medium-high heat until the onions are softened and the sausage is cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Sprinkle the flour over the sausage mixture and cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
- Stir in basil, oregano, cayenne, hot sauce, mustard powder, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and scrape the bottom of the pot with a silicone spatula to release any stuck particles. Gradually mix in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
- Add the kale and tortellini and let simmer for 3-5 minutes until the tortellini is tender. Adjust the seasoning with salt as needed.
- Serve hot in bowls.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes | Kcal: 410 kcal | Servings: 6
More Recipe Suggestions:
Roasted Herb Butter Chicken and Orzo
Spicy Sausage and Tortellini Soup
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground Italian sausage hot or mild
- 1 small yellow onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 3 Tablespoons flour
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- 1 pinch cayenne optional
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- ½ teaspoon mustard powder
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 5 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups kale chopped
- 2 cups tortellini just under 10 oz. (refrigerated or frozen)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook and crumble the sausage and diced onions over medium-high heat until the onions are softened and the sausage is cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Sprinkle the flour over the sausage mixture and cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
- Stir in basil, oregano, cayenne, hot sauce, mustard powder, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and scrape the bottom of the pot with a silicone spatula to release any stuck particles. Gradually mix in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
- Add the kale and tortellini and let simmer for 3-5 minutes until the tortellini is tender. Adjust the seasoning with salt as needed.
- Serve hot in bowls.
