Spicy Italian Sausage and Tortellini Soup

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.
Spicy Sausage and Tortellini Soup

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!

  • 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
  1. 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.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  3. Sprinkle the flour over the sausage mixture and cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
  4. Stir in basil, oregano, cayenne, hot sauce, mustard powder, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  5. 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.
  6. Add the kale and tortellini and let simmer for 3-5 minutes until the tortellini is tender. Adjust the seasoning with salt as needed.
  7. Serve hot in bowls.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes | Kcal: 410 kcal | Servings: 6

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Spicy Sausage and Tortellini Soup

Spicy Sausage and Tortellini Soup

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.
5 from 2 votes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course, Soup
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6 Servings

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.
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