Crockpot Sausage and Tortellini Soup
A hearty and comforting soup made with Italian sausage, tortellini, and a rich creamy broth, perfect for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy, casings removed)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional) for a little kick
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 9 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 2 cups baby spinach or kale
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese for topping
Instructions
Preparation
- Brown the Italian sausage in a skillet over medium heat, then drain any excess grease.
- Sauté the diced onions and minced garlic in the same skillet until tender and aromatic, about 3-5 minutes.
- Combine the browned sausage, sautéed onions, minced garlic, chicken broth, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), and salt and pepper in the crockpot. Mix well.
Cooking
- Set the crockpot to cook on low for 6 hours or high for about 3 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, add the tortellini and heavy cream to the crockpot and stir gently.
- Ten minutes before serving, toss in the baby spinach or kale.
Serving
- Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese. Optionally drizzle with olive oil and serve with crusty bread or a garden salad.
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Notes
For a lighter version, consider using lean turkey sausage and swapping heavy cream for half-and-half or coconut milk. Adding more vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms is also a great option.