On chilly autumn days, there’s nothing that warms you up at lunch or dinner better than a big bowl of homemade soup. If you’re under the weather and don’t have much of an appetite, once again, soup to the rescue! It’s not only nutritious but also helps you feel better.
There’s a wide variety of soups to choose from, including many that are both tasty and filling. Everyone has their favorite soup, maybe the old standbys, like chicken noodle or vegetable beef.
If you’re looking for a new soup to try, this Italian Tortellini Soup recipe is as delicious and healthy for you as it is colorful. When combined with a thick, chunky steak or a melted cheese sandwich piled high with grilled peppers and onions, you can have a satisfying meal ready in no time!
ITALIAN TORTELLINI SOUP
1/2 pound bulk Italian sausage
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup sliced carrots
2 cups sliced zucchini (cut into 1/2-inch pieces)
2 (8-ounce) cans of tomato sauce
1 (14.5-ounce) can of fire-roasted diced tomatoes
1 (14 1/2-ounce) can chicken broth OR equal amount of your own homemade broth
2 cups water
1 teaspoon fresh basil leaves, chopped
1 (9-ounce) package refrigerated cheese-filled tortellini
1 cup frozen broccoli cuts
1 1/2 cups shredded Italian cheese (your choice)
Salt and pepper to taste
In a Dutch oven, combine sausage and onion; cook over medium heat about 8 minutes or until sausage is no longer pink. Drain.
Add garlic, carrots and cook while stirring for about one minute. Add tomato sauce and fire-roasted tomatoes, chicken broth, water and basil leaves. Add salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil and add tortellini, zucchini and broccoli cuts. Cook until vegetables and tortellini are tender.
Sprinkle 1/2 cup shredded Italian cheese over soup in Dutch oven. Add extra shredded cheese over each bowl before serving. Makes about 6 (1 1/2-cup) servings.
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