RUSTIC ITALIAN TORTELLINI SOUP

This meal comes together SUPER fast! A very hearty dish that goes great with a salad. It’s also versatile–add additional vegetables or even a can of drained and rinsed cannellini beans for more protein.

INGREDIENTS

3 Italian turkey sausage links (4 ounces each), casings removed (I used the “hot” sausage version)

1 medium onion, chopped

6 garlic cloves, minced

4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth

1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained

1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini

1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach, coarsely chopped

2-1/4 teaspoons minced fresh basil or 3/4 teaspoon dried basil (or, you can substitute thyme and oregano)

1/4 teaspoon pepper

Dash crushed red pepper flakes (optional if not using hot turkey sausage)

Shredded Parmesan cheese, optional

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