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Creamy Tuscan Tortellini Soup

Creamy Tuscan Tortellini Soup

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Warm up your evenings with this delightful Creamy Tuscan Tortellini Soup, a dish that perfectly balances comfort and flavor. This easy-to-make soup features tender cheese tortellini enveloped in a creamy tomato broth, enriched with vibrant spinach and hearty white beans. In just 30 minutes, you can serve a rich and satisfying meal that’s sure to impress both family and friends. The combination of fresh herbs and sun-dried tomatoes brings an aromatic depth, while the addition of chicken sausage adds a savory kick. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a dish to savor on chilly nights, this creamy soup is the ultimate choice for cozy dining.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 lb chicken or beef sausage
  • 3 cups mirepoix veggies (3 stalks celery, 2 carrots, 1 small onion, all diced small)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
  • 3 heaping tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken stock or broth
  • 1 14.5oz can crushed tomatoes
  • 10oz cheese tortellini
  • 1 15oz can white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 4 cups spinach, chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken or beef sausage, breaking it apart until browned (about 5-7 minutes). Remove sausage and leave about 1 tablespoon fat in the pot.
  2. Add mirepoix veggies to the pot and sauté until softened (approximately 7 minutes). Add garlic, thyme, sun-dried tomatoes, pepper, red pepper flakes, salt, Italian seasoning, and flour; cook until fragrant (around 1 minute).
  3. Pour in the chicken stock and crushed tomatoes; bring to a boil then reduce to simmer for 5-10 minutes until slightly thickened. Stir in cheese tortellini and white beans; cook until tortellini float (about 3-4 minutes).
  4. Lastly, add cooked sausage, chopped spinach, heavy cream, and grated Parmesan cheese. Serve hot with fresh basil and additional Parmesan on top.

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