Bob’s Italian Sausage Tortellini Soup

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 0
Bob's Italian Sausage Tortellini Soup: A hearty and savory soup with Italian sausage, vegetables, and cheese tortellini
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Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb sweet Italian sausage , casings removed
1 lb mild Italian sausage , casings removed
1 cup onion , chopped
2 garlic cloves , minced
5 cups beef broth or 5 cups stock
1/3 cup water
1/2 cup red wine ( I like cabernet or sauvignon )
2 cans diced tomatoes
1 cup carrot , thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 tomato sauce
2 zucchini , chopped
2 yellow squash
8 ounces cheese tortellini
2 green bell peppers , chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
382
Sugar
7g
Fat
23g
Bob's Italian Sausage Tortellini Soup is a classic soup recipe that originated in Italy. The soup is hearty, savory, and packed with flavor from the Italian sausage, herbs, and vegetables. The soup is perfect for a warm and comforting meal during cold winter months, and it's also easy to make. The addition of cheese tortellini makes it a filling and satisfying meal. The soup is not only delicious but also nutritious, thanks to the wholesome and varied ingredients making it a perfect choice for a family meal.

Instructions

1.Brown the Italian sausage in a large soup pot over medium heat. Remove with a slotted spoon once cooked.
2.In the same pot, sauté onions and garlic for a few minutes until they are translucent.
3.Add the beef broth, water, red wine, diced tomatoes, carrot, basil, oregano, and tomato sauce to the pot. Bring everything to a boil and then reduce heat to a simmer.
4.Add the zucchini, yellow squash, and green bell peppers to the pot. Let everything cook for 10-15 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
5.Add the cheese tortellini to the pot and cook for another 5-7 minutes.
6.Once the tortellini is cooked, add the browned Italian sausage back to the pot and heat up everything for about 5 minutes.
7.Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

This soup is packed with savory flavors from the Italian sausage and dried herbs.
It is also a hearty and filling meal, perfect for a cold evening dinner or lunch.

It is straightforward to make, and the ingredient list is easy to find in any grocery store.

CONS

The soup is not suitable for vegetarians or those who don’t like the taste of Italian sausage.

The cheese tortellini adds calories and saturated fat to the dish.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The soup is high in protein and fiber, which can keep you full, and the vegetables provide essential vitamins and minerals.
The tomatoes contain lycopene, which is a powerful antioxidant that may reduce the risk of some types of cancer and heart disease.

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