Description
Discover a comforting and flavorful dish with our Butternut Squash Sausage Tortellini Soup Recipe. This hearty soup combines the creamy sweetness of butternut squash with savory sausage, creating a delightful balance that will warm your heart and satisfy your taste buds. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe is easy to follow, making it ideal for cooks of all skill levels. Enjoy the rich flavors and inviting aroma as it fills your kitchen, leaving family and friends eager for a second bowl!
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound Italian sausage (or ground turkey for a lighter option)
- 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
- 1 package (9 oz) cheese tortellini
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the sausage and cook until browned, breaking it into pieces.
- Stir in the diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until the onion becomes translucent (about 3 minutes).
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add butternut squash, thyme, sage, and red pepper flakes. Reduce heat and simmer until the squash is tender (15-20 minutes).
- Blend the soup using a hand blender until smooth or transfer to a standard blender in batches.
- Stir in heavy cream and tortellini; cook until tortellini are tender (5-7 minutes).
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg