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Creamy Sausage Tortellini Soup

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A hearty and flavorful soup combining sausage, sweet potato, and tortellini in a creamy broth, perfect for cozy meals.

Ingredients

Meat

  • 12 oz sausage (such as spicy Italian sausage)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon paprika (regular or smoked)
  • 1 large sweet potato (peeled, cubed)
  • 5 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 6 cups water (Note: No need for chicken stock)
  • 8 oz tortellini (three-cheese, refrigerated)
  • 4 oz fresh spinach
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • 4 tablespoons fresh thyme

Instructions 

  • Cook sausage in olive oil until browned, then drain and season with Italian seasoning and paprika.
  • Add sweet potato, garlic, red pepper flakes, and tomato paste; cook briefly.
  • Pour in water, bring to a boil, then simmer for 15 minutes until potatoes are tender.
  • Add tortellini, cook for 10 minutes, then stir in spinach until wilted.
  • Remove from heat, stir in heavy cream, season with salt and red pepper flakes, and top with thyme.

Notes

Adjust salt based on sausage saltiness; use your judgment.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Creamy, Sausage, tortellini