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Autumn Tortellini Soup with Sausage Recipe

Autumn Tortellini Soup with Sausage Recipe
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Warm up with this comforting Autumn Tortellini Soup with Sausage, featuring savory Italian sausage, tender butternut squash, and cheese-filled tortellini simmered in a flavorful chicken broth, finished with fresh spinach and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for cozy fall evenings, this hearty soup combines seasonal vegetables and classic Italian flavors in a delicious, easy-to-make meal.

Ingredients

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Meat and Oils

  • 1 lb Italian sausage, casings removed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Vegetables and Herbs

  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 2 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme

Liquids and Pasta

  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 (9 oz) package cheese tortellini

Seasoning and Garnish

  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Instructions

  1. Cook 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.
  2. Sauté Vegetables: Add diced onion, garlic, carrots, and butternut squash to the pot. Sauté for 5 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
  3. Simmer Soup: Pour in chicken broth and add dried thyme. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
  4. Cook Tortellini: Add cheese tortellini to the soup and cook according to package instructions, usually 5-7 minutes, until tortellini are tender.
  5. Add Spinach: Stir in baby spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve: Ladle soup into bowls and top with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

Notes

  • To reduce fat, drain excess sausage grease after cooking.
  • If preferred, use turkey or chicken sausage for a leaner option.
  • Butternut squash can be substituted with pumpkin or sweet potato.
  • For a vegetarian version, omit sausage and use vegetable broth.
  • Fresh thyme may be used instead of dried for enhanced flavor.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat gently on the stove to prevent tortellini from overcooking.

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Keywords: Autumn soup, tortellini soup, Italian sausage soup, butternut squash soup, comfort food, fall recipe, cheese tortellini, easy soup recipe

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