Creamy Tortellini & Sausage Pasta

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Occasion & Servings: Main Course

Ingredients

Coconut oil

1 lb Italian Sausage

Onions 🧅 & 🧄 Garlic

Italian Seasoning

16oz butternut squash

4 packed cups of Chopped Kale 🥬

1/4 cup of flour

1/4 cup Cajun Power Chilli Mix

{or 28oz. Diced tomatoes 🍅}

16oz heavy whipping cream

Here's a delicious and hearty Creamy Tortellini & Sausage Soup recipe:

# Instructions

1. Heat the coconut oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.

2. Add the chopped onion & garlic. Cook until translucent, about 20min

4. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks, until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.

5. Add the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, dried basil, and dried oregano. Stir to combine.

6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10-15 minutes.

7. Stir in the heavy cream and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until heated through.

8. Add the cheese-filled tortellini to the pot and cook until they float to the surface, about 3-5 minutes.

9. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.

10. Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley if desired.

# Nutritional Information (per serving)

- Calories: 420

- Total Fat: 24g

- Saturated Fat: 10g

- Cholesterol: 60mg

- Sodium: 450mg

- Total Carbohydrates: 30g

- Dietary Fiber: 2g

- Sugars: 2g

- Protein: 20g

# Variations and Tips

- Use low-sodium chicken broth to reduce the soup's sodium content.

- Add other vegetables, such as diced bell peppers or sliced mushrooms, to increase the soup's nutritional value.

- Substitute the heavy cream with half-and-half or Greek yogurt for a lighter version.

- Serve with a side of crusty bread or a green salad for a comforting meal.

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