Description
Crockpot Tortellini Soup with Sausage is a hearty, cheesy, and flavorful crockpot meal thatβs perfect for cozy dinners. Combining Italian sausage, cheese tortellini, spinach, and a rich tomato broth, this easy slow cooker soup offers a comforting and savory taste with minimal effort. Ideal for busy weeknights, itβs a crowd-pleasing dish that can be prepared ahead of time and enjoyed all season long.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy, based on preference)
- 1 (24 oz) jar marinara or pasta sauce
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup frozen or fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 package (9 oz) refrigerated cheesy tortellini
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: grated Parmesan cheese, fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess fat. Alternatively, add raw sausage directly to the crockpot and cook on high for a couple of hours.
- Transfer the cooked sausage into the crockpot. Add marinara sauce, chicken broth, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or on high for 2 hours.
- During the last 30 minutes of cooking, stir in the tortellini and chopped spinach to ensure they are tender and flavorful.
- Serve hot, garnished with Parmesan cheese and fresh basil if desired.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute the sausage with plant-based sausage or additional vegetables like zucchini and mushrooms.
- If using fresh tortellini, add it during the last 15-20 minutes of cooking to prevent overcooking.
- Reheat leftovers in the microwave or on the stovetop, adding a splash of chicken broth to maintain moisture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg