Description
This hearty Italian Sausage Soup with Tortellini combines savory Italian sausage, cheese-filled tortellini, tomatoes, zucchini, carrots, and aromatic herbs in a rich broth. A comforting and satisfying meal perfect for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
- 1 lb sweet Italian sausage, casings removed
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 5 cups beef broth
- 4 large tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and chopped
- 8 oz tomato sauce
- 1 cup carrots, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup red wine
- 1/2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 1/2 cups zucchini, sliced
- 3 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 8 oz fresh cheese tortellini
Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven, cook sausage over medium-high heat until browned. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
- Reserve 1 tablespoon drippings and sauté onion and garlic until softened.
- Add beef broth, tomatoes, tomato sauce, carrots, water, wine, basil, oregano, and cooked sausage.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 30 minutes.
- Skim excess fat from the surface.
- Add zucchini and parsley. Cover and simmer for another 30 minutes.
- Stir in tortellini during the last 10 minutes of cooking.
- Serve hot with grated Parmesan cheese and crusty bread if desired.
Notes
- Fresh spinach can be added during the last few minutes of cooking.
- Canned diced tomatoes can be substituted for fresh tomatoes.
- Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American