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Autumn Tortellini Soup with Sausage Recipe

Autumn Tortellini Soup with Sausage Recipe
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This Autumn Tortellini Soup with Sausage is a hearty and comforting dish perfect for chilly fall days. Packed with Italian sausage, tender butternut squash, cheese tortellini, and fresh spinach, this soup combines savory flavors with seasonal produce for a satisfying meal. Finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, it’s a delicious blend of creamy, savory, and slightly sweet notes in every spoonful.

Ingredients

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Sausage and Vegetables

  • 1 lb Italian sausage, casings removed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 2 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed

Soup Base

  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Pasta and Greens

  • 1 (9 oz) package cheese tortellini
  • 2 cups baby spinach

Garnish

  • Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Instructions

  1. Cook the Sausage: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add Italian sausage and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through. Remove excess fat if necessary to avoid greasy soup.
  2. Sauté Vegetables: Add diced onion, garlic, carrots, and butternut squash to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften and the onions are translucent, enhancing their sweetness.
  3. Add Broth and Herbs: Pour in the chicken broth and add dried thyme. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 15 minutes or until the butternut squash and carrots are tender to the fork.
  4. Cook Tortellini: Add the cheese tortellini to the soup. Cook according to package instructions (usually 5-7 minutes) until the tortellini are tender but still hold their shape.
  5. Add Spinach and Season: Stir in the baby spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted. Season the soup with salt and pepper to your preference.
  6. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and top each serving with a generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese. Serve warm and enjoy the comforting flavors.

Notes

  • Use mild or spicy Italian sausage based on your heat preference.
  • For a vegetarian version, substitute sausage with mushrooms and use vegetable broth.
  • Fresh herbs like thyme can be used instead of dried for stronger flavor.
  • Leftover soup keeps well refrigerated for up to 3 days.
  • You can add a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra heat.

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Keywords: autumn soup, tortellini soup, Italian sausage soup, butternut squash soup, cheese tortellini, autumn recipes, easy soup recipe

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