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Easy Creamy Spinach Tortellini Soup

Close-up of a bowl of creamy tortellini soup filled with cheese tortellini, wilted spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes.
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Whip up this incredibly easy, creamy tortellini soup featuring fresh spinach and sun-dried tomatoes. It is the ultimate one-pot comfort food, ready in under 30 minutes for a perfect weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound Italian sausage (casings removed) or cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (6 ounce) jar sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and chopped
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 5 ounces fresh spinach
  • 1 (20 ounce) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage (or chicken) and cook, breaking it up, until browned. Drain excess grease.
  2. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook until the vegetables soften, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, oregano, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and add the diced tomatoes and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  5. Add the tortellini to the simmering broth. Cook according to package directions, usually about 5 to 7 minutes, until the tortellini float and are cooked through.
  6. Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the heavy cream, fresh spinach, and Parmesan cheese. Stir gently until the spinach wilts and the cheese melts into the broth, creating a velvety texture. Do not boil after adding cream.
  7. Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  8. Serve hot. Top each bowl with extra Parmesan cheese. This soup pairs well with a good meal planning strategy for leftovers.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can substitute half of the chicken broth with vegetable broth.
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  • If you prefer a lower-fat option, substitute the heavy cream with half-and-half, though the soup will be slightly less rich.
  • If you are managing your diet, consider how this recipe compares to a strict keto meal plan delivery service.

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