Garlicky Tortellini Soup with Sausage, Tomatoes, and Spinach

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 (9 ounce) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
• 2 cups baby spinach leaves

Directions

1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the sausage and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until it is cooked through and lightly browned.
3. Add the garlic and onion and cook until the onion is softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in the tomatoes, chicken broth, oregano, basil, thyme, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper.
5. Cover and bring to a boil.
6. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
7. Add the tortellini and cook for 8 minutes, or until the tortellini are tender.
8. Stir in the spinach and cook until it is wilted.
9. Serve hot.

Interesting Facts

• Tortellini is a type of Italian pasta.
• This soup is a great way to use up leftover sausage.
• You can use any type of sausage you like, such as chicken, turkey, or pork.