slow cooker Tortellini Soup is the ultimate comfort food with cheesy tortellini, flavorful Italian sausage, and a rich, creamy tomato broth.
Author’s Notes
a reliable slow cooker Soup Yet!
Okay, honestly, this might be the best soup to ever come out of my slow cooker, and I can’t wait for you to try it! I absolutely love good, fresh, refrigerated tortellini, and in a creamy, hearty soup base with deeply browned Italian sausage and fresh veggies, it becomes the best comfort meal. Like wow. This is so GOOD!
The only thing that makes it better is some crusty bread for dipping. If you haven’t tried my straightforward no-knead bread, let this soup be your reason to make it. You’ll be blown away by how satisfying (and simple) it is. Happy dunking!
slow cooker Tortellini Soup Ingredients
| Ingredient | Tip |
|---|---|
| Olive oil, onion, carrots | Sautéing these first builds a deep flavor base for the soup. |
| Italian sausage | Browning well before adding creates richer flavor in the broth. |
| Garlic, tomato paste, flour | Cook together to thicken and deepen the flavors of the soup. |
| Chicken broth, Italian seasoning, fennel seed | Let these slow cook to infuse flavor into every bite! Crush fennel seed by putting in a bag and crushing with the base of a frying pan. |
| Tortellini, heavy cream, kale | Add at the end so the pasta stays tender and the cream doesn’t curdle. Use good, fresh, refrigerated tortellini. |
Variations
- Make it spicy: Use hot sausage or sprinkle in red pepper flakes for spice.
- Add more veggies: Mix in mushrooms, celery, or bell peppers with the onion and carrots.
Storage
Keep The Tortellini From Bloating!
- The best way to store slow cooker tortellini soup: use this to remove tortellini and store separately from the broth.
- Keep both in airtight containers in the fridge for 3–4 days.
- Reheat the broth, then mix in tortellini just before serving to avoid bloating.
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- Cut kale small: Take out big stems and cut the kale small so it softens well.
- Grate fresh cheese: Grate right before serving so it melts into the hot soup.
- Add seasoning last: Taste and add salt and pepper at the end.
- Cook pasta just right: Cook until tender, not mushy.
- Eat right away: Eat soon after adding pasta for the best texture.
What To Serve With slow cooker Tortellini Soup
- Crusty bread: Serve with warm herby bread, French bread, or rolls for dipping.
- Side salad: A simple garden salad with a light dressing to balance the richness.
- Grilled cheese: Mini grilled cheese or focaccia grilled cheese makes this meal even heartier.
