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A close-up, eye-level shot of creamy tortellini soup in a rustic bowl. The texture of the creamy broth, pieces of Italian sausage, and wilted spinach are clearly visible.

Creamy Tortellini Soup (The Ultimate Comfort Food)

This Creamy Tortellini Soup is the ultimate comfort food! A one-pot wonder made with Italian sausage, cheese tortellini, and spinach in a rich, velvety broth. Ready in under 40 minutes, it's the perfect easy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb mild or hot Italian sausage casings removed
  • 1 medium yellow onion chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes undrained
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for heat
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 package (9 oz) refrigerated cheese tortellini
  • 3 cups fresh spinach packed
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Large Dutch oven or pot
  • 1 Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Heat a large Dutch oven or pot over medium-high heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
  2. Add the chopped onion and cook until it softens, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth, diced tomatoes (with their juice), oregano, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Add the refrigerated tortellini to the pot. Cook according to package directions until tender, typically 5-7 minutes.
  5. Reduce the heat to low. Slowly stir in the heavy cream and fresh spinach. Cook until the spinach has wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Do not let the soup boil.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot, garnished with a generous amount of grated Parmesan cheese.

Notes

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The tortellini will absorb liquid, so you may need to add a splash of broth when reheating.
Variations: Substitute Italian sausage with ground chicken or turkey. Add vegetables like sliced mushrooms or zucchini with the onions.