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Creamy Sausage Tortellini Soup Recipe

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This Creamy Sausage Tortellini Soup is a hearty and flavorful dish featuring spicy Italian sausage, tender sweet potatoes, and cheese-filled tortellini in a rich, creamy broth seasoned with Italian herbs and fresh thyme. Perfect for a comforting meal, it balances spice and creaminess with vibrant greens and a touch of paprika and red pepper flakes.

Ingredients

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Sausage & Seasoning

  • 12 oz spicy Italian sausage
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon paprika (regular or smoked)
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes

Vegetables & Flavorings

  • 1 large sweet potato (or 2 small), peeled and cubed
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 4 oz fresh spinach
  • 4 tablespoons fresh thyme

Liquids & Pasta

  • 6 cups water
  • 8 oz three-cheese tortellini (refrigerated, Buitoni brand recommended)
  • ½ cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Brown the sausage: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the spicy Italian sausage, breaking it apart, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add seasonings and garlic: Stir in 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon paprika, ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes, and 5 cloves minced garlic. Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Add sweet potato and tomato paste: Add the cubed sweet potatoes and 1 tablespoon tomato paste. Stir to coat and cook for 2-3 minutes to deepen flavors.
  4. Add water and simmer: Pour in 6 cups of water, bring to a boil, then lower the heat to simmer. Cover and cook until the sweet potatoes are tender, approximately 15-20 minutes.
  5. Cook tortellini and spinach: Add 8 oz of refrigerated three-cheese tortellini and 4 oz fresh spinach to the pot. Simmer until the tortellini is cooked through, about 5 minutes.
  6. Finish with cream and thyme: Stir in ½ cup heavy cream and 4 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves. Heat just until warmed through, avoid boiling.
  7. Adjust seasoning and serve: Taste and season with salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot, garnished with extra fresh thyme if desired.

Notes

  • For a milder version, use sweet Italian sausage instead of spicy.
  • You can substitute fresh spinach with kale or Swiss chard for a different leafy green.
  • If you prefer a thicker soup, reduce the water to 4-5 cups or add a tablespoon of cornstarch slurry.
  • Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat gently on stovetop.
  • Using fresh tortellini yields the best texture; frozen tortellini will need slightly longer to cook.

Keywords: sausage tortellini soup, creamy sausage soup, Italian soup recipe, hearty tortellini soup, sweet potato soup with sausage

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