Best 16 Italian Sausage Tortellini Recipes

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When it comes to Italian cuisine, tortellini is a traditional pasta that is loved by many. This delightful dish combines the flavors of Italian sausage, creamy sauce, and tender tortellini to create a satisfying and flavorful meal. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out, this article will guide you through the process of making the perfect Italian sausage tortellini. With step-by-step instructions and a few simple ingredients, you'll be able to create a delicious dish that will impress your family and friends.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ITALIAN SAUSAGE SOUP WITH TORTELLINI



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This soup embodies all the wonders of Italian cooking: Italian sausage, garlic, tomatoes and red wines. Serve with hot bread and salad for a delicious meal. Garnish with Parmesan cheese.

Provided by Mary P

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes

Time 1h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound sweet Italian sausage, casings removed
1 cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
5 cups beef broth
½ cup water
½ cup red wine
4 large tomatoes - peeled, seeded and chopped
1 cup thinly sliced carrots
½ tablespoon packed fresh basil leaves
½ teaspoon dried oregano
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 ½ cups sliced zucchini
8 ounces fresh tortellini pasta
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a 5 quart Dutch oven, brown sausage. Remove sausage and drain, reserving 1 tablespoon of the drippings.
  • Saute onions and garlic in drippings. Stir in beef broth, water, wine, tomatoes, carrots, basil, oregano, tomato sauce, and sausage. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer uncovered for 30 minutes.
  • Skim fat from the soup. Stir in zucchini and parsley. Simmer covered for 30 minutes. Add tortellini during the last 10 minutes. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese on top of each serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323.6 calories, Carbohydrate 19.1 g, Cholesterol 49.7 mg, Fat 20.2 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 14.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 1144.8 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

ITALIAN SAUSAGE TORTELLINI BAKE



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Delicious Italian tortellini dish will have you coming back for seconds.

Provided by Dave C

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound bulk Italian sausage
1 onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 (24 ounce) jar marinara sauce
1 (14 ounce) can Italian-style diced tomatoes
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 (9 ounce) package frozen cheese-filled tortellini
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Heat a large pot over medium heat. Crumble sausage into the saucepan; add onion and green bell pepper. Cook and stir the sausage mixture until the sausage is completely browned, 7 to 10 minutes. Drain grease.
  • Pour marinara sauce and diced tomatoes over the sausage mixture; season with garlic powder and stir. Bring the mixture to a simmer, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook at a simmer until the diced tomatoes break down into the sauce, 30 to 45 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the frozen tortellini at a boil until they float to the top and the filling is hot, 6 to 7 minutes; drain.
  • Gently fold the cooked tortellini into the simmering sauce; cook together another 5 minutes. Pour tortellini and sauce into a 13x9-inch baking dish; top with mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven until cheese is golden brown, 20 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398.1 calories, Carbohydrate 32.9 g, Cholesterol 56.1 mg, Fat 20.3 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 20.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 1135.8 mg, Sugar 10.9 g

ITALIAN SAUSAGE TORTELLINI SOUP



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"My husband is not a soup-for-dinner kind of guy, but he loves this chunky, stick-to-your-ribs soup," laughs Nancy Tafoya in Fort Collins, Colorado. "I always serve it with a warm loaf of homemade bread."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h5m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/3 pound bulk hot Italian sausage
1/3 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1-3/4 cups beef broth
1-1/4 cups water
3/4 cup chopped tomatoes
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/3 cup sliced fresh carrot
1/3 cup dry red wine or additional beef broth
1/3 cup tomato sauce
1/4 cup tomato paste
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
3/4 cup frozen cheese tortellini
1/2 cup sliced quartered zucchini
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Crumble sausage into a large saucepan; cook over medium heat until no longer pink. Remove with a slotted spoon to paper towels. In the drippings, saute onion until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. , Stir in the broth, water, tomatoes, green pepper, carrot, wine, tomato sauce, tomato paste, oregano and basil. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes. , Skim fat. Stir in the sausage, tortellini, zucchini and parsley. Cover and simmer 10-15 minutes longer or until tortellini is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 382 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 1294mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

ITALIAN SAUSAGE TORTELLINI SOUP



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This is the best soup I have ever had. It has lots of vegetables, Italian sausage, and even tortellini. Soup is one of my favorite foods and this one tops the list.

Provided by Tim Smith

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 (3.5 ounce) link sweet Italian sausage, casings removed
1 cup chopped onions
2 cloves garlic, minced
5 cups beef stock
⅓ cup water
½ cup red wine
4 tomatoes - peeled, seeded and chopped
1 cup chopped carrots
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried oregano
1 cup tomato sauce
1 zucchini, chopped
8 ounces cheese tortellini
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese for topping

Steps:

  • Place the sausage in a large pot over medium high heat and saute for 10 minutes, or until well browned. Drain the fat except for about 1 tablespoon, add the onions and garlic and saute for 5 more minutes.
  • Next add the beef stock, water, wine, tomatoes, carrots, basil, oregano and tomato sauce. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, skimming any fat that may surface.
  • Add the zucchini, tortellini, green bell pepper and parsley to taste. Simmer for 10 minutes, or until tortellini is fully cooked. Pour into individual bowls and garnish with the cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249.4 calories, Carbohydrate 27.7 g, Cholesterol 21.7 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 12.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 541.8 mg, Sugar 9.8 g

ITALIAN SAUSAGE TORTELLINI



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Tons of flavor in this tortellini with Italian sausage! Your family will love this!

Provided by Garrett Heintz

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Sausage

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 (8 ounce) package baby portobello mushrooms, sliced
1 cup dry white wine (such as Pinot Grigio), divided
3 cloves garlic, minced, divided
10 ounces mild Italian sausage, casings removed
1 (16 ounce) package three-cheese tortellini
14 ½ ounces Alfredo basil sauce
1 (5 ounce) package baby spinach leaves

Steps:

  • Heat butter in a large, deep skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir mushrooms, 1/2 cup white wine, and 1 clove minced garlic until liquid has reduced and mushrooms have softened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and place in a bowl.
  • Heat the same skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir Italian sausage in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes, dividing it into bite-sized portions while stirring. Remove excess grease by placing paper towels onto a plate and dumping browned sausage onto it to drain. Return sausage to the skillet.
  • Return cooked mushrooms back to the skillet with sausage and add tortellini, Alfredo basil sauce, remaining 1/2 cup white wine, and remaining garlic. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes. Add spinach; cover and cook until spinach is wilted, 3 to 4 minutes more. Mix well to combine. Remove from heat and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 791.5 calories, Carbohydrate 45 g, Cholesterol 84.5 mg, Fat 52.5 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 31.3 g, SaturatedFat 17.7 g, Sodium 1247.5 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

CHEESE TORTELLINI WITH ITALIAN SAUSAGE AND MUSHROOM-SPINACH CREAM SAUCE



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Cheesy tortellini in a creamy mushroom and spinach sauce with sausage.

Provided by Gary Long

Categories     100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes     Pasta by Shape Recipes     Tortellini Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 Italian sausages, removed from casings and crumbled
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
3 tomatoes, diced
1 cup chopped fresh spinach
2 cremini mushrooms, chopped
1 ½ teaspoons dried basil
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¾ cup heavy cream
¾ cup milk
½ cup finely shredded Italian cheese blend
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 (9 ounce) packages tri-colored cheese-filled tortellini

Steps:

  • Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir sausage in the hot skillet until browned, about 10 minutes.
  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic; saute until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat; add tomatoes, spinach, mushrooms, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer, stirring as needed.
  • Combine cream, milk, cheese, and flour in a bowl. Add to the tomato mixture and return to a simmer. Stir occasionally until reduced, about 15 minutes.
  • While the sauce is reducing, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add tortellini and boil gently until tender, about 6 minutes. Drain the tortellini. Mix with the tomato sauce and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 467.8 calories, Carbohydrate 37.8 g, Cholesterol 78.5 mg, Fat 27.7 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 13.4 g, Sodium 884.7 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

ITALIAN SAUSAGE AND TORTELLINI SOUP



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If you're looking to serve up comfort, do it in a bowl filled to the brim with our comforting Italian sausage tortellini soup. It will fill up the hungriest around your table, even if they don't reach for seconds. Serve up sausage tortellini soup on a weeknight when you're craving deep, delicious flavors inspired by Italy. If you're on a mission to make amazing, look no further than the sausage and tortellini soup that makes even the pickiest of eaters happy.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb bulk mild Italian sausage
1 medium onion, chopped
2 medium carrots, chopped
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 cartons (32 oz each) Progresso™ chicken broth
1 package (9 oz) refrigerated fresh cheese tortellini
1 bag (5 oz) baby spinach

Steps:

  • In 5-quart Dutch oven, cook sausage, onion, carrots and garlic over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sausage is thoroughly cooked; drain.
  • Stir in broth; heat to boiling over medium-high heat. Add tortellini; reduce heat to low and cook 8 to 12 minutes or until tortellini are tender. Stir in spinach and cook 1 to 2 minutes or until spinach is wilted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 2 cups, Sodium 1560 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g

ITALIAN SAUSAGE AND TORTELLINI SOUP



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An easy Italian Sausage and Tortellini Soup recipe

Provided by Pam Blanton

Categories     Soup/Stew     Pasta     Pork     Tomato     Vegetable     Dinner     Lunch     Fall     Bon Appétit     Aspen     Colorado     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound sweet Italian sausage or chorizo sausage, casings removed
1 cup chopped onion
2 large garlic cloves, sliced
5 cups beef stock or canned broth
2 cups chopped tomatoes (about 3/4 pound)
1 8-ounce can tomato sauce
1 large zucchini, sliced
1 large carrot, thinly sliced
1 medium-sized green bell pepper, diced
1/2 cup dry red wine
2 tablespoons dried basil
2 tablespoons dried oregano
8 to 10 ounces purchased fresh cheese tortellini
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Sauté Italian sausage in heavy Dutch oven over medium-high heat until cooked through, crumbling with back of spoon, about 10 minutes. using slotted spoon, transfer sausage to large bowl. Pour off all but 1 tablespoon drippings from Dutch oven. Add onion and garlic to Dutch oven and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Return sausage to Dutch oven. Add stock, tomatoes, tomato sauce, zucchini, carrot, bell pepper, wine, basil and oregano. Simmer until vegetables are tender, about 40 minutes. (Can be prepared 2 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to simmer before continuing.)
  • Add tortellini to soup and cook until tender, about 8 minutes. Season soup to taste with salt and pepper. Ladle soup into bowls. Sprinkle with Parmesan and serve.

BAKED TORTELLINI WITH ITALIAN SAUSAGE



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While this baked tortellini dish requires a bit of chopping and some stove preparation, it can be refrigerated and baked longer for a ready-to-go meal. The fresh ingredients make the dish taste a thousand times more complicated and gourmet than it really is, which is another reason this large dish is great to feed a crowd. Serve with crusty bread to mop up the delicious, creamy sauce, and prepare for compliments. Even the leftovers are to die for!

Provided by Cassie

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Sausage

Time 1h25m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 12

30 ounces frozen cheese tortellini
1 ½ pounds Italian sausage, casings removed
1 medium onion, sliced into 1/2-inch strips
2 medium red bell peppers, sliced into 1/2-inch strips
1 small zucchini, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 small yellow squash, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 (14.5 ounce) cans Italian-style diced tomatoes
1 (8 ounce) package Neufchatel cheese
2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
salt and black pepper to taste
1 ½ cups prepared marinara sauce
½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil; stir in tortellini and return to a boil. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tortellini float to the top and filling is hot, about 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir Italian sausage in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes, breaking into bite-sized pieces as it cooks. Drain and discard grease, but do not rinse or clean the skillet. Place cooked sausage into a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Heat the same skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir onion until slightly browned and tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Add bell peppers, zucchini, and squash; reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until vegetables are crisp-tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Pour in diced tomatoes, Neufchatel cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Heat until combined and smooth, about 5 minutes.
  • Pour cooked tortellini into the baking dish with sausage. Add vegetable mixture and stir gently to combine. Drizzle with marinara sauce; top with shredded Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is golden, 25 to 30 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352.9 calories, Carbohydrate 33.2 g, Cholesterol 52.3 mg, Fat 17.3 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 16.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 833.9 mg, Sugar 6.1 g

THREE-CHEESE TORTELLINI WITH CREAMY ITALIAN SAUSAGE MARINARA



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This is a dish I invented to try and get my picky-eater son to eat something other than macaroni and cheese, hotdogs, or hamburgers! He always thought regular marinara sauce was too "strong tasting"....I think it is just too acidic for him. However, he loves cheese and loves italian sausage. Much to my surprise, I have found that I love this dish as well. I prefer to make the sauce myself, but if you are pressed for time, substitute your favorite pre-made sauce and just add the italian sausage and cream. If you aren't a fan of italian sausage, substitute 1/2 the sausage for ground beef or ground turkey. The rosemary is optional. I like it, but some don't like the taste. If you don't have a picky eater, I would add some mushrooms and possibly some bell peppers. I think those would be nice with the dish.

Provided by breezermom

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h45m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

20 ounces refrigerated three-cheese tortellini
1 lb Italian sausage, Casings Removed
1/2 small onion, finely diced
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes or 1 (28 ounce) can tomato puree
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1/4 cup red wine (don't use cooking wine, use a tastey red wine you would drink!)
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves, crushed
1 teaspoon basil
1 1/2 teaspoons parsley flakes
1/8 teaspoon dried rosemary (optional)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
3/4 cup heavy cream
1/8 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/4 cup water, depending on your simmering time
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, shredded
1/4 cup romano cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • In a large, heavy stockpot or dutch oven, brown the Italian sausage, breaking it up to the consistency you desire.
  • Add the onions and cook until they are soft. Drain the grease from the pot.
  • Add garlic, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, water, basil, oregano, parsley, marjoram, sugar, salt, pepper, and rosemary (if desired). When adding the water, consider how long you will be simmering. The water helps to merge the flavors, but you do not want the sauce to be too thin. If you will be simmering your sauce for a shorter amount of time, add less water. Stir all these ingredients together and bring to a slow boil.
  • Stir in red wine.
  • Simmer on low for at least an hour. Then add the cheeses and the heavy cream. Stir well, until the cream and cheeses are well blended into the sauce. Stir occasionally while the tortellini is cooking to prevent the sauce from sticking and to prevent the cream from scorching.
  • Bring water to a boil in another pot for the tortellini. Add a little olive oil to prevent the tortellini from sticking. Once the water comes to a boil, add the tortellini. Cook according to the package directions.
  • I usually reserve some of the sauce for spaghetti for another day -- I add some sauteed mushrooms then. I try to ration the sauce to the amount of tortellini. If you like lots of sauce, use all the sauce. But if not, save some for another pasta dish. It freezes well. At my house, it never lasts long enough to freeze!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 599.8, Fat 43.1, SaturatedFat 19.9, Cholesterol 116.9, Sodium 2270, Carbohydrate 26.2, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 6.4, Protein 28

BOB'S ITALIAN SAUSAGE TORTELLINI SOUP



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This is the soup that I won 1st place in a soup contest at the Rail Festival in Fostoria, Oh on September 25, 2010

Provided by Bob Pope

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 50m

Yield 8-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

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 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
1 cup carrot, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 (8 ounce) tomato sauce
2 zucchini, chopped
2 yellow squash
8 ounces cheese tortellini
2 green bell peppers, chopped

Steps:

  • Place the sausage in a large pot over medium high heat brown the sausage. Add the onions, garlic, peppers and carrots. When those ingredients have softened, add the beef broth, water.
  • Next add the beef stock, water, wine, tomatoes, basil, oregano and tomato sauce. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, skimming any fat that may surface.
  • Add the zucchini, yellow squash, and tortellini, Simmer for 10 minutes, or until tortellini is fully cooked.

BAKED TORTELLINI WITH ITALIAN SAUSAGE



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Recipe is originally from Aylmer's Tomatoes (back in the day when you snail-mailed to order a recipe book). Over the years I've tweaked the ingredients to our preference. I couldn't find this recipe on the web even so I'm posting to share with other Zaar members. The recipe doesn't call for garlic, however for those that enjoy it... mince away.

Provided by Mustang Sally 54269

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 1/2 lbs hot Italian sausage, casings removed & crumbled
2 medium zucchini, cut in 1/2 lengthwise & sliced
1 large onion, chopped
2 (28 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes
2 teaspoons oregano
26 ounces tortellini, thawed
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F
  • In a skillet, over medium heat, brown meat till cooked. Drain grease & set aside.
  • In same skillet, saute onion & zucchini about 3 minute
  • Stir in tomatoes & oregano; return meat into saucepan & bring to a boil.
  • Pour over uncooked tortellini into large casserole (with cover). Sprinkle with 1/2 of the cheese.
  • Bake, covered, for 10 minute
  • Stir casserole, sprinkle remaining cheese & bake 10 min longer or until pasta is tender.

SLOW COOKER ITALIAN SAUSAGE AND TORTELLINI SOUP



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Make and share this Slow Cooker Italian Sausage and Tortellini Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Veghead

Categories     Easy

Time 8h10m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans Italian-style stewed tomatoes
3 cups water
1 bunch kale, washed and chopped
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can condensed French onion soup
8 ounces mild Italian sausage, casings removed
1 (9 ounce) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Brown italian sausage in large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain fat. Transfer to 4 or 5 quart slow cooker.
  • Add undrained tomatoes, water, and onion soup.
  • Cover; cook on low for 8 to 10 hours or on high for 4 to 5 hours.
  • If using low heat, turn slow cooker to high. Stir in kale and tortellini into soup. Cover and cook for 15 minutes more. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese.

ITALIAN SAUSAGE AND TORTELLINI SOUP



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Make and share this Italian Sausage and Tortellini Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Pork

Time 2h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb Italian sausage, casings removed
1 cup chopped onion
3 garlic cloves, minced
5 cups beef broth
2 cups chopped tomatoes
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 large zucchini (chopped or sliced)
1 large carrot, sliced
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1/2 cup dry red wine
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
10 ounces cheese tortellini
salt and pepper
fresh grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute and crumble Italian sausage until no longer pink.
  • Drain sausage well on paper towels and pour off all but 1 tablespoon of drippings from saucepan.
  • Add onion and garlic to saucepan.
  • Saute until translucent.
  • Return sausage to pan; add beef broth, tomatoes, tomato sauce, zucchini, carrot, bell pepper, wine, basil, and oregano.
  • Simmer until vegetables are tender, 40-60 minutes.
  • Add tortellini and cook until tender.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Ladle into individual soup bowls and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

WARMING ITALIAN SAUSAGE AND TORTELLINI SOUP



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This is a wonderfully filling soup that is a complete meal in one dish. If you use full fat italian sausage, you will need to drain the fat before adding the liquid ingredients or skim the fat from the soup as it simmers. This recipe is very suitable for Weight Watchers if you use very lean sausage and go easy on the tortellini.

Provided by Shuzbud

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb lean Italian sausage, casings removed
1 large onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, crushed
3/4 cup red wine
3 cups stock (I use beef)
2 carrots, peeled and finely diced
2 zucchini, finely diced
10 fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
2 cups canned chopped tomatoes
10 ounces fresh tortellini (I prefer four cheese for this dish)
freshly shaved parmesan cheese (optional topping)

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook the sausage for 5 minutes over a medium heat, mashing it up with a spatula (if using very lean sausage you may need to add a little cooking spray).
  • Add the onion and garlic and continue to cook for a further 3 minutes.
  • Add the red wine and cook for a further 2 minutes.
  • Add the beef stock, carrots, zucchini, basil and chopped tomatoes. Reduce the heat and simmer, loosely covered, for 30 minutes.
  • Add the tortellini and cook for a further 2-5 minutes, until the tortellini is cooked but not overdone.
  • Remove from the heat and serve, topped with freshly shaved parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 708.4, Fat 36.7, SaturatedFat 13.7, Cholesterol 94.5, Sodium 1843.5, Carbohydrate 52.8, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 9.8, Protein 34.1

ITALIAN SAUSAGE TORTELLINI SOUP



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Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb. Italian Sausage, rolled into 1/4 teaspoon size balls
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 red bell peppers, diced
1 bay leaf
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
8 cups vegetable or chicken broth
2 (15 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
1 1/2 cups chopped kale
2 cups cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
Salt and black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • 1. In a large skillet, brown the mini sausage balls until cooked through. This will take about 5-7 minutes. Drain off the grease and place the sausage balls on a plate lined with paper towels. 2. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium high heat. Add the onion and cook until tender, 3-4 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in the red peppers, bay leaf, and red pepper flakes. Cook until peppers are soft, about 3 minutes. 3. Stir in the broth, tomatoes, and kale. Add the cheese tortellini and cook until tortellini is tender, 7-8 minutes. Stir in the fresh basil and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Stir in the mini sausage balls and heat until warm. Remove the bay leaf and serve. Note-you can make this soup vegetarian by using vegetable broth and omitting the sausage. Josh always ladles up my bowl first, and then adds the sausage. This soup recipe is very adaptable!

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality ingredients. The better the quality of your ingredients, the better your tortellini will taste. Look for fresh, flavorful sausage, and use a good-quality pasta.
  • Cook the sausage thoroughly. This will help to prevent foodborne illness and ensure that the sausage is fully cooked.
  • Don't overcook the tortellini. Tortellini should be cooked until they are al dente, or slightly firm to the bite. If you overcook them, they will become mushy.
  • Serve the tortellini immediately. Tortellini is best served fresh out of the pot. If you need to store it, let it cool completely and then store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Italian sausage tortellini is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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