Description
A comforting soup that combines savory Italian sausage, fresh vegetables, and tender tortellini in a delicious broth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage, casings removed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 (9 oz) package cheese tortellini
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add Italian sausage and break it up as it cooks until browned and cooked through.
- Toss in diced onion, minced garlic, sliced carrots, and cubed butternut squash. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
- Pour in chicken broth and sprinkle in dried thyme. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Stir in cheese tortellini and cook according to package instructions, usually around 5-7 minutes.
- Fold in baby spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
For a lighter soup, consider omitting the tortellini or substituting with gnocchi. Adding fresh herbs can enhance flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: soup, autumn, tortellini, sausage, comfort food