Ingredients
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- 1 lb Italian sausage
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 package (9 oz) tortellini
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook sausage in a large pot until browned; remove and set aside.
- Sauté onion and garlic in the same pot until translucent.
- Add chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Stir in sausage and tortellini; cook until tortellini is tender.
- Reduce heat, add heavy cream and spinach; simmer until heated through.
- Season with salt and pepper, garnish with herbs, and serve hot.
Notes
- You can substitute turkey sausage for a leaner option.
- For extra flavor, add red pepper flakes or Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Comforting, Hearty
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg