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Italian Tortellini Soup (Crock Pot & Stove Top)

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 2 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 7 cups chicken broth
  • 28 oz can diced tomatoes undrained
  • 14 oz can diced tomatoes undrained
  • 1 lb uncooked Italian sausage mild or spicy
  • 10 oz small frozen or fresh cheese tortellini
  • ½ cup freshly shredded parmesan cheese
  • 4 cups fresh baby spinach optional
  • ¾ cup heavy whipping cream optional for a creamy finish
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Slow Cooker

  1. Cook and crumble the Italian sausage in a skillet. Drain the grease.
  2. Add the sausage to your crock pot.
  3. Add onion, garlic, Italian seasoning, chicken broth, and both cans of tomatoes. Stir to combine.
  4. Cook on Low for 6 to 7 hours or High for 3 to 4 hours.

  5. Add the tortellini and spinach during the last 20 to 30 minutes. Stir in the parmesan and heavy cream before serving. Taste and add salt and pepper as needed.

Stove Top

  1. In a large pot, cook and crumble the sausage over medium heat. Drain the grease.
  2. Add onion, garlic, and Italian seasoning. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the onions soften.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and both cans of tomatoes. Bring to a gentle boil.
  4. Add the tortellini and simmer until tender according to the package time.
  5. Stir in the parmesan, spinach, and heavy cream. Simmer another 2 to 3 minutes.
  6. Add salt and pepper to taste and serve warm.

Recipe Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

  • Tortellini continues to soften in the broth. If reheating, add a splash of broth or cream.