Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup

Who said that soups can’t be filling and hearty? Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup is a warming and filling meal that can be eaten on its own as an entire meal or served alongside a fresh green salad.

There’s nothing quite like a comforting bowl of tomato soup to warm your soul, which is why this recipe for Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup is a fan-favorite–it’s a unique twist on a classic meal that will leave you feeling cozy. Additionally, these ingredients for this recipe are things you may already have in your kitchen (such as tomato sauce, chicken broth, kale, and heavy cream), making it an easy recipe to whip up on any weeknight. 

Thanks to the tomato sauce, this recipe is a heart healthy option that is also teeming with nutrients. And, since tomato sauce is rich in lycopene, it also contributes to a reduced risk of cardiovascular diease, as research shows that tomato products play an important role in preventing platelet aggregation (i.e. reducing the amount of blood clots that can lead to cardiovascular diseases). Additionally, tomato products can improve cholesterol by improving lipid profiles, as studies have found that consumption has lead to a significant decrease in cholesterol and triglyceride levels, as well as body weight and fat percentage.

So, go ahead and enjoy this nutrient-dense Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup! Your heart, soul, and taste buds will thank you. And don’t forget to watch this video to see how it’s made.

Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup

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Who said that soups can’t be filling and hearty? Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup is a warming and filling meal that can be eaten on its own as an entire meal or served alongside a fresh green salad!

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes

Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 lb. Italian sausage, casings removed
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 tsp. Italian seasoning
• salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 Tbsp. all purpose flour
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce
• 9 oz. cheese tortellini
• ½ bunch of kale, stems removed and leaves chopped
• ⅓ cup heavy cream
• 3 Tbsp. chopped basil

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a dutch oven over medium heat. Add in the sausage and cook and crumble it into small pieces. When the sausage has fully cooked, drain the excess fat from the pan.
2. Mix in the garlic, onion, and italian seasoning. Cook until the onions turn translucent then season with salt and pepper to taste. 
3. Whisk in the flour and cook until it turns a light golden brown. Slowly whisk in the chicken stock and tomato sauce. Bring the sauce to a boil then reduce the heat to low so that it is simmering. Simmer, while stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes or until it has thickened.
4. Add in the tortellini and cook for about 5-7 minutes until tender. Then add in the kale and mix until it wilts. Mix in the heavy cream and chopped basil. Cook for about 1 minute. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Enjoy!

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