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Creamy Tortellini Soup

Creamy Tortellini Soup: Quick Comfort for Busy Nights

This Creamy Tortellini Soup is a comforting dish that warms not only the belly but the soul, perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil can substitute with vegetable oil
  • 1 pound Italian sausage substitute with turkey sausage or omit for vegetarian
  • 4 cloves garlic minced, fresh cloves preferred
  • 1 medium sweet onion can substitute with yellow onion
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning can use dried oregano and basil as alternative
  • 4 cups chicken stock can substitute with vegetable broth for vegetarian
  • 1 cup tomato sauce can substitute with crushed tomatoes
Main Ingredients
  • 12 ounces refrigerated three-cheese tortellini frozen tortellini is suitable alternative
  • 2 cups kale can substitute with spinach
  • ¾ cup heavy cream can use half-and-half or dairy-free cream for lower-fat option

Equipment

  • large stockpot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large stockpot over medium heat for 1-2 minutes.
  2. Add 1 pound of crumbled Italian sausage and cook for 3-5 minutes until browned.
  3. Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 diced sweet onion, and 1 tablespoon of Italian seasoning. Sauté for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Whisk in 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour and cook for 1 minute.
  5. Slowly pour in 4 cups of chicken stock and 1 cup of tomato sauce. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes.
  6. Fold in 12 ounces of refrigerated three-cheese tortellini, cover, and cook for 5-7 minutes.
  7. Stir in 2 cups of chopped kale and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  8. Pour in ¾ cup of heavy cream, stir well, and heat through for another minute.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover soup in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently and stir in cream after reheating for best texture.

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