Tortellini soup

Ingredients

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• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 pound italian sausage
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
• 1 ½ tsps dried basil
• 1 ½ tsps oregano
• ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
• 9 oz package of refrigerated cheese tortellini
• 4 cups fresh spinach, packed
• Salt and pepper
• Shaved parmesan

Method

1. In a large pot, heat 1 tbsp oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook 4-5 minutes until softened

2. Add the sausage, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned. Drain excess grease

3. Add the garlic to the pot and cook for about 1 minute, until fragrant

4. Pour in chicken broth, crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes. Stir well and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20-30 minutes

5. Add the tortellini to the pot and simmer for 4-6 minutes or until tortellini is tender

6. Remove from heat, stir in the spinach, and cover the pot. Let it sit for 1-2 minutes or until the spinach has wilted. Season with salt and pepper to taste

7. Serve with shaved parmesan on top and enjoy!