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Spicy Sausage and Tortellini Soup Recipe

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This Spicy Sausage and Tortellini Soup is a hearty and flavorful dish perfect for cozy meals. Featuring spicy Italian sausage, tender tortellini, and nutritious kale, all simmered in a creamy, well-seasoned broth, this soup combines comfort and spice for a satisfying experience.

Ingredients

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Meat and Dairy

  • 1 pound ground Italian sausage (hot or mild)
  • 1 cup heavy cream

Vegetables and Herbs

  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups kale, chopped

Dry Ingredients and Spices

  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon oregano
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce
  • ½ teaspoon mustard powder
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes
  • Salt to taste

Liquids

  • 5 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups tortellini (just under 10 oz., refrigerated or frozen)

Instructions

  1. Cook sausage and onions: In a medium pot or deep skillet over medium-high heat, cook and crumble the ground Italian sausage along with the diced onion until the onions are softened and the sausage is fully cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Drain any excess grease to avoid greasiness in the soup.
  2. Add garlic: Add the minced garlic to the sausage and onion mixture and cook for an additional minute, allowing the garlic to release its flavor without burning.
  3. Incorporate flour: Sprinkle the flour evenly over the sausage mixture and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly to remove the raw flour taste and create a slight thickening base for the soup.
  4. Add seasonings: Stir in the dried basil, oregano, cayenne pepper (if using), hot sauce, mustard powder, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to build up the spicy and aromatic flavor profile of the soup.
  5. Pour in liquids: Gradually add the chicken broth while scraping the bottom of the pot with a silicone spatula to release any browned bits for added flavor. Then slowly stir in the heavy cream, bring the mixture to a boil, and reduce to a gentle simmer.
  6. Simmer with kale and tortellini: Add the chopped kale and tortellini to the simmering soup. Allow to cook for 3-5 minutes until the tortellini is tender and the kale has wilted, stirring occasionally.
  7. Season and serve: Taste the soup and adjust salt as needed. Serve the soup hot in bowls for a comforting meal.

Notes

  • Use mild or hot Italian sausage depending on your spice preference.
  • Cayenne pepper is optional if you prefer less heat.
  • The soup can be made with refrigerated or frozen tortellini; just adjust cooking time accordingly to ensure tortellini is tender.
  • For a lower-fat version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
  • Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat gently on stovetop.

Keywords: spicy sausage soup, tortellini soup, creamy soup, Italian soup, sausage kale soup, one pot soup

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