Butternut Squash Sausage Tortellini Soup
Warm up your evenings with this delightful Butternut Squash Sausage Tortellini Soup Recipe. This creamy and comforting dish combines the natural sweetness of butternut squash with savory sausage and tender tortellini, making it the perfect meal for chilly nights or family gatherings. Easy to prepare in under an hour, this soup is not only a crowd-pleaser but also a fantastic way to enjoy wholesome ingredients. With its rich flavors and satisfying texture, each bowl feels like a warm hug after a long day. Customize it with your favorite greens or spices for an added twist!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound Italian sausage (chicken or turkey)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 3 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon ground sage
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 9 oz cheese tortellini
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add sausage and brown it while breaking it up.
- Stir in the diced onion and garlic; sauté until onion is translucent.
- Pour in chicken broth, add butternut squash, thyme, sage, and crushed red pepper flakes. Simmer until squash is tender.
- Blend the soup until smooth using a hand blender.
- Stir in heavy cream and tortellini, cooking until tortellini are tender.
- Season with salt and pepper; garnish if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg