Description
Hearty kielbasa tortellini soup delivers comfort in a bowl, blending Polish sausage with cheesy pasta and rich broth. Warm, satisfying spoonfuls promise delicious comfort that invites you to savor each nourishing bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 12 ounces (340 g) kielbasa sausage, sliced into rounds
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Broth and Seasonings:
- 6 cups (1.5 liters) chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 ounces / 400 g) diced tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Pasta and Extras:
- 2 cups (about 8 ounces / 225 g) refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 2 cups (60 g) fresh spinach or kale, roughly chopped (optional)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (for garnish)
Instructions
- Sizzle sliced kielbasa in a spacious pot with olive oil over medium flame until golden-brown edges develop, approximately 4-5 minutes. Transfer browned sausage onto a separate plate using a perforated utensil.
- Utilize the identical pot to sauté aromatic vegetable medley – onions, carrots, and celery – until they soften and become translucent, roughly 5-7 minutes. Introduce minced garlic and allow its fragrance to permeate, stirring continuously for an additional minute.
- Create the soup’s liquid foundation by pouring chicken broth and incorporating diced tomatoes with their natural juices. Enhance the flavor profile by sprinkling Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and freshly ground pepper. Encourage the mixture to reach a gentle bubbling state.
- Reduce cooking temperature to medium and gently introduce tortellini. Allow the pasta to simmer and become tender, approximately 5-7 minutes, ensuring they are fully cooked through.
- Reintroduce the previously browned kielbasa into the simmering liquid. Integrate fresh leafy greens like spinach or kale, allowing them to wilt gracefully for 1-2 minutes.
- Distribute the hearty soup into serving vessels. Crown each portion with a delicate sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese. Accompany with rustic, crusty bread for a complete culinary experience.
Notes
- Perfectly brown kielbasa by patting it dry before cooking to ensure a crispy, caramelized exterior that adds depth of flavor to the soup.
- Choose fresh or frozen tortellini based on preference, but fresh typically provides a more tender texture and authentic taste.
- Swap kielbasa with plant-based sausage or extra vegetables for a vegetarian version that maintains the soup’s robust profile.
- Control sodium levels by using low-sodium chicken broth and adjusting salt gradually during cooking to suit individual health needs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Polish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg