Creamy Tortellini Soup
A warm and satisfying soup bursting with the flavors of Italian sausage, tender tortellini, and vibrant kale, perfect for chilly evenings or family dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium sweet onion, diced
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 1 package refrigerated three-cheese tortellini (9-ounce)
- ½ bunch kale, chopped
- ⅓ cup heavy cream
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat olive oil in a large stockpot over medium heat.
- Add Italian sausage; cook until browned, crumbling it as it cooks.
- Stir in garlic, onion, and Italian seasoning; sauté until onions are translucent.
- Whisk in flour; cook for about a minute until lightly browned.
- Add chicken stock and bring to a boil.
- Stir in tortellini; cover and cook for 5-7 minutes until tender.
- Add kale; cook until wilted.
- Stir in heavy cream and adjust seasoning if needed.
Notes
Garnish the soup with fresh basil or parsley. Pair it with crusty garlic bread or a light salad. For storage, let the soup cool before placing it in an airtight container. It can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.