Warm and Hearty Autumn Tortellini Soup with Savory Sausage

This Autumn Tortellini Soup with Sausage is a cozy, one-pot meal that's perfect for chilly evenings.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 6 cups

Course: Soups

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Soup Base

1 lb Italian Sausage Choose spicy or sweet versions for varied flavor.
2 tbsp Olive Oil Can be swapped with butter or any cooking oil.
1 medium Onion Use yellow, white, or red onions as preferred.
3 cloves Garlic Enhances aroma and depth.
2 medium Carrots Consider parsnips as an alternative.
1 medium Butternut Squash Sweet potatoes or pumpkin are great substitutes.

For the Broth

6 cups Chicken Broth Opt for vegetable broth for a vegetarian twist.
1 tsp Dried Thyme Fresh thyme or Italian seasoning can enhance flavor.
to taste Salt Essential for seasoning.
to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning.

For the Filling

9 oz Cheese Tortellini You can use any pasta if you can't find tortellini.
2 cups Baby Spinach Swap with kale or Swiss chard for variety.

For Serving

1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast can substitute for a vegan option.

Equipment

Large pot

Method

Cooking Steps

Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.
Add the Italian sausage, breaking it apart and cooking until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
Add the sliced carrots and cubed butternut squash, sautéing for about 5 minutes until starting to soften.
Pour in the chicken broth and add drying thyme, increasing heat to bring to a gentle boil.
Reduce heat and let simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the cheese tortellini and cook according to package instructions, approximately 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the baby spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes until just wilted.
Taste and season with salt and pepper; serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 4000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently to preserve the tortellini texture.

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