How to Make Italian Sausage Soup with Tortellini - A Step-by-Step Guide

Italian cuisine is renowned for its rich, flavorful dishes that have been passed down through generations. One such dish that perfectly encapsulates the heartiness and warmth of Italian cooking is Italian Sausage Soup with Tortellini. This recipe combines the savory flavor of Italian sausage with the comforting texture of tortellini, creating a dish that is both satisfying and soul-warming.

What makes this soup so special is the melding of flavors and textures. The Italian sausage inf...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound sweet Italian sausage, casings removed
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 5 cups beef broth
  • 4 large tomatoes - peeled, seeded and chopped
  • 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 cup thinly sliced carrots
  • ½ cup water
  • ½ cup red wine
  • ½ tablespoon packed fresh basil leaves
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 ½ cups sliced zucchini
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 8 ounces fresh tortellini pasta

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 35 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Cook sausage in a 5-quart Dutch oven over medium-high heat until browned and crumbly, 8 to 10 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer sausage to a paper towel-lined plate. Drain grease, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings in the pot.
  • Sauté onions and garlic in drippings over medium heat until onions are translucent, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Stir in beef broth, tomatoes, tomato sauce, carrots, water, wine, basil, oregano, and sausage. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer uncovered for 30 minutes.
  • Skim fat from soup. Stir in zucchini and parsley. Simmer covered for 30 minutes
  • Add tortellini during the last 10 minutes.
  • Serve hot and enjoy!
  • Nutrition

    324 cal.

    • Total Fat: 20g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 50mg
    • Sodium: 1145mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 19g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 15g
    • Vitamin C: 23mg
    • Calcium: 85mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 704mg