Description
Warm up with this hearty and delicious soup featuring savory Italian sausage, tender cheese tortellini, and nutrient-rich kale. Perfect for a cozy dinner night in, this soup is packed with flavor and easy to make.
Ingredients
– 3/4 pound Italian turkey sausage, casings removed
– 1 medium onion, chopped
– 6 garlic cloves, minced
– 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth
– 1-3/4 cups water
– 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
– 1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini
– 1 bunch kale, stems removed and leaves coarsely chopped
– 2-1/4 teaspoons minced fresh basil or 3/4 teaspoon dried basil
– 1/4 teaspoon pepper
– Dash crushed red pepper flakes
– Shredded Parmesan cheese, optional
Instructions
1. In a large pot, cook the sausage over medium heat until browned, breaking it into crumbles. Remove from pot and set aside.
2. In the same pot, add the onion and garlic. Sauté until the onion is tender.
3. Stir in the chicken broth, water, and tomatoes. Bring to a boil.
4. Add the tortellini and cook until nearly tender, about 5 to 7 minutes.
5. Return the sausage to the pot. Stir in the chopped kale, basil, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Cook until the kale is wilted and the tortellini are fully tender, about 3 minutes.
6. Serve hot, sprinkled with Parmesan cheese if desired.