Hearty Vegetable Tortellini Soup
This hearty vegetable tortellini soup is exactly what you need for a cozy dinner! We loaded it with extra veggies for some added nutrients and bulk! This might be one of my favorite soups for the fall. It's hearty and full of tortellini which are one of my favorite pastas. Top it off with some extra parmesan and you have yourself a crowd pleaser!
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground sausage for the non vegetarian recipe
- 1 yellow onion diced
- 1 tbsp fresh garlic minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 6 stalks celery chopped
- 6 medium carrots chopped
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes we prefer San Marzano
- 48-64 oz chicken broth depending on how much you like
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated parmesan
- 22 oz frozen or fresh tortellini
- 2 cups kale chopped; spinach alternative
- sea salt and pepper to taste
- fresh parsley optional, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large stockpot, heat your olive oil. (Add ground sausage and cook until no longer pink. Remove to separate bowl and begin cooking other veggies).
- Add in your onions and saute for 1-2 minutes. Add the fresh garlic and let cook for another minute.
- Next, add in the chopped carrots and celery. Season with sea salt and pepper. Let everything cook down for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add in the tomato paste and crushed tomatoes and mix until everything is combined. (Add the ground sausage back in)
- Then add in the chicken stock (I'd start with about 48oz or 1 1/2 containers) heavy cream, and parmesan. Mix and let cook for a few minutes and bring it to a light boil. You can season with some more salt and pepper.
- Next, add in the tortellini and let them cook until soft and tender. About 4-5 minutes. Add in the chopped kale and let wilt down. You can turn the heat down to low.
- The pasta will soak your liquid, so if you want to add any more chicken broth you can here! Taste and season with anymore salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve with fresh parsley if you'd like and enjoy!
Notes
For Storing: Store in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3 days!