Description
A steaming bowl of comforting sausage tortellini soup serves as a warm embrace on a chilly evening. This rustic dish combines savory ground turkey or beef Italian sausage, delicate cheese-filled tortellini, and creamy beans in a rich tomato-based broth. It is a wholesome, filling meal that brings together vibrant vegetables and aromatic herbs, perfect for nourishing your family with a quiet, satisfying dinner that feels both special and deeply comforting.
Ingredients
2 tbsp olive oil
2 large carrots, peeled and diced
1/2 cup diced celery
1/2 cup finely diced yellow onion
2 tsp finely minced garlic
1 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 tsp dried oregano
1/2 lb ground Italian turkey or beef sausage
29 oz chicken or vegetable broth
1 cup water
6 oz tomato paste
3 cups uncooked cheese tortellini
15 oz can cannellini or pinto beans, drained and rinsed
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the ground sausage and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
Stir in the carrots, celery, and onion, cooking until softened.
Add the minced garlic and flour, stirring for 1 minute to coat.
Stir in the tomato paste and oregano, cooking for another minute.
Pour in the broth and water, stirring well to combine and scraping any bits from the bottom of the pot.
Bring the soup to a gentle simmer.
Add the cheese tortellini and beans, cooking until the pasta is tender according to package instructions.
Stir in fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Ensure you use a certified halal-friendly sausage if dietary requirements are strict. You can substitute spinach or kale for added greens. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove, adding a splash of water if the broth has thickened too much.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg