Cozy Tortellini Sausage Soup (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
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1 pound of Italian sausage.
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Half of a medium onion, diced.
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Four cloves of garlic, chopped small.
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Two medium carrots, cut into slices.
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A couple of celery sticks, diced fine.
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One big can (28 oz) of crushed tomatoes.
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A standard can (14 oz) of diced tomatoes, including liquid.
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Four cups of chicken stock.
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Two packs of fresh cheese-stuffed tortellini (9 oz each).
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Three-fourths cup of heavy cream (optional).
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Two handfuls (about 2 cups) of fresh spinach leaves.
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Salt and pepper, adjusted to your liking.
# Preparation Steps:
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Brown sausage and onions together for about 7 minutes, breaking apart the sausage as it cooks. Get rid of any extra grease if needed, then add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
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Transfer the sausage mix into the slow cooker. Throw in the celery, carrots, both types of tomatoes, and the chicken stock.
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Cook on LOW for 7-8 hours or on HIGH for 4-5 hours, depending on your schedule.
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Toss in tortellini, spinach, and cream. Turn the cooker to HIGH, stir now and then. Don’t forget to sprinkle in salt and pepper to adjust flavors.
# Additional Tips:
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Dice carrots small for faster cooking.
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You can use sausage ground up or remove it from casings first.
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If you like spice, grab hot sausage instead.
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Leftovers soak up liquid, so add more broth when heating.
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Best enjoyed freshly made.