TORTELLINI SOUP WITH ITALIAN SAUSAGE & SPINACH

by Sheryl October 7, 2020

PREP TIME: 10 mins | COOK TIME: 40 mins | TOTAL TIME: 50 mins | SERVINGS: 6 servings

Rich tomato broth, tender tortellini with crispy and cheesy crostini – this dish is to die for! A rich, creamy, and scrumptious soup to warm your heart on a cold winter night. Best paired with some garlic bread or green salad.

INGREDIENTS

Soup:

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 pound ground Italian Sausage
1/2 cup diced onion about 1/2 medium-sized onion
1 tablespoon minced garlic
28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
32 ounces vegetable broth chicken works too
2 tablespoons fresh chopped basil
salt and pepper to taste
9 ounces refrigerated tortellini
2 cups packed fresh spinach

Crostini:

6 Baguette slices (about 1/3 of a baguette)
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons freshly shredded Parmesan Cheese

HOW TO MAKE TORTELLINI SOUP WITH ITALIAN SAUSAGE & SPINACH

To make the Soup:

Step 1: Over medium-high heat, heat a large, heavy-bottomed pan. Add in vegetable oil once the pan is hot and saute the diced onion until soft.

Step 2: Add the crumbled Italian sausage and garlic into the pan. Continue cooking until the sausage is no longer pink.

Step 3: Add in and stir the crushed tomatoes, vegetable or chicken broth, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring the soup to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 20 to 30 minutes, covered.

Step 4: Now, add the tortellini and spinach. Simmer for 10 minutes more or until the pasta is tender.

Step 5: Sprinkle with shredded Parmesan before serving. Enjoy!

To make the Crostini:

Step 1: Slice in half-inch thickness the baguette. Spread butter on one side. Transfer into a hot skillet, butter side down, and toast until golden brown.

Step 2: Turn the bread on the other side and sprinkle over the Parmesan. Continue to toast until golden brown.

Step 3: Once done, place on a plate. If the cheese has not fully melted, quickly cover loosely with foil.

NOTES:

If you desire a creamier soup, just add half a cup of Greek yoghurt or sour cream.

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