Easy Sausage and Tortellini Soup Recipe – Creamy One-Pot Comfort Food
This Creamy Sausage and Tortellini Soup is the ultimate comfort food! Loaded with cheesy tortellini, savory Italian sausage, fresh spinach, and a rich tomato-cream broth, it’s a one-pot meal that’s perfect for chilly nights or busy weeknights. Quick to make, family-friendly, and absolutely delicious—this soup will warm you from the inside out.
Equipment
- Large pot or Dutch oven
- Wooden spoon
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Cutting board & knife
- Ladle
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp dried basil
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 package (9 oz) cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- Optional: ½ cup heavy cream or cream cheese
- Optional: grated parmesan for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Brown sausage until cooked through. Add onion and garlic; sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in carrots and celery. Cook for 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add chicken broth, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10–15 minutes.
- Stir in tortellini and cook according to package directions (usually 3–5 minutes).
- Add spinach and stir until wilted.
- Optional: Stir in cream or cream cheese for a creamy version.
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with parmesan and fresh herbs.
Notes
- Use fresh tortellini for best texture.
- Don’t overcook pasta—add it near the end.
- Add spinach last to preserve color and nutrients.
- For vegetarian: use plant-based sausage or mushrooms.
- For gluten-free: swap tortellini for GF pasta.
- Freeze soup base without tortellini for best results.