Sausage And Spinach Tortellini Soup Recipe

Ingredients

1/2 pound bulk Italian sausage1 small onion, thinly sliced1 garlic clove, minced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth1/2 cup water1-1/2 cups torn fresh spinach3/4 cup refrigerated cheese tortellini2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheeseCrushed red pepper flakes, optional

Preparation

In a small saucepan, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add onion; cook and stir until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in broth and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes.

Return to a boil. Reduce heat; add spinach and tortellini. Cook until tortellini is tender, 7-9 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese. If desired, top with crushed red pepper flakes.