Creamy Crockpot Tortellini Soup

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Creamy Crockpot Tortellini Soup

Course: Main Course, Soup

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 6

Total Time: 6 15

Servings: servings

Calories: 459cal

Author: Ashley Fehr

This easy Creamy Crockpot Tortellini Soup is comfort food as its very best! Tender bites of tortellini, bold Italian sausage and a medley of veggies are held together in a creamy tomato broth.

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Ingredients

¾ lb Italian sausage mild or spicy (mild or spicy) about 375 grams
½ onion (finely diced)
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 ½ teaspoons Italian seasoning
3 cloves garlic (minced)
¾ teaspoon salt
4 cups low sodium chicken broth
2 large carrots (peeled and chopped)
2 ribs celery (sliced)
3 cups fresh or frozen cheese tortellini (about 250 grams)
2 cups fresh chopped spinach or kale
1 cup cream (any kind will work)
¼ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

In a large skillet, cook Italian sausage and onion over medium-high heat, stirring often, until browned and drain excess fat (if desired).
Add tomato paste, Italian seasoning, garlic and salt. Cook and stir 2 minutes.
Pour Italian sausage mixture into a 4-6 quart slow cooker and add in the broth, carrots, celery, and onion.
Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the vegetables are tender.
Stir in tortellini, spinach (if using), cream and Parmesan. Cover and let cook for 10-15 minutes until tortellini are al dente.
Taste, adjust seasonings as desired, and serve.

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Notes

Ingredients and Substitutions:

Italian sausage: you can swap the sausage for chicken breasts (or use leftover Crockpot Shredded Chicken or Instant Pot Shredded Chicken, no browning required), turkey sausage or omit and sub in a can of white beans for a meatless version.
Spices and seasonings: Italian sausage can be quite flavorful and spicy, so for that reason I didn't add pepper or red chili flakes. Feel free to add some at the end after tasting if desired.
Tortellini: you can sub in any pasta you like, but if you aren't using a fresh pasta I recommend boiling it separately and add after cooking for best results.
Cream: any kind of cream will work here! A higher fat cream will have a richer flavor, but you can use whatever you have in your fridge.

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