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This Crockpot tortellini soup with sausage and cream cheese is an easy comfort meal that’s perfect for hectic days. Cheesy, meaty, and practically makes itself!
Whether as a hearty weeknight dinner or a comforting crowd-pleaser for special occasions, this Crockpot tortellini soup with cream cheese will have everyone scraping their bowl quickly for one more serving.
Why? Well, it’s a creamy, savory tomato soup that’s loaded with spinach, Italian sausage, and cheese tortellini!
You also won’t need to stand over the stove for this cozy tortellini soup with cream cheese.
Just add the ingredients, walk away, and let the slow cooker work its magic!
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Why You’ll Love This Crockpot Tortellini Soup with Sausage and Cream Cheese Recipe
- This Crockpot tortellini soup with sausage and cream cheese is a set-it-and-forget-it meal. While it takes at least 4 hours to cook, you can still do your thing and just come back to a delicious dish.
- This Crockpot tortellini soup with cream cheese is highly adaptable. You can use any tortellini, sausage, greens, or broth you have on hand.
- Creamy, meaty, cheesy, and savory with hearty textures in every spoonful, this Crockpot sausage tortellini soup with cream cheese will turn picky eaters into clean-bowl finishers!
Ingredients
Frozen tortellini – We’re using frozen cheese tortellini, so only add it during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
Low-sodium chicken broth – Any broth will work. Just use low-sodium broth to better control the saltiness of your Crockpot creamy sausage tortellini soup.
Ground Italian sausage – Rich and aromatic, it’s the perfect protein for this easy Crockpot sausage tortellini soup.
Fire-roasted diced tomatoes – These bring a deep, smoky tomato flavor that pairs beautifully with the indulgent cream cheese Crockpot tortellini soup.
Cream cheese – This is what makes our slow cooker tortellini soup extra creamy and comforting.
Garlic and yellow onion – Must-have aromatics for a well-rounded Crockpot tortellini soup with sausage and cream cheese.
Spinach – This slow cooker tortellini with cream cheese is a fantastic way to sneak more veggies into your diet! Get creative and add extra vegetables.
Italian seasoning – Helps tie all the flavors together. You can also use a mix of dried and fresh herbs in your tortellini soup with cream cheese and sausage.
Parmesan cheese – Don’t forget to give your tortellini soup with sausage and cream cheese a generous sprinkling of Parmesan cheese on top before serving! I promise it makes all the difference.
Salt and black pepper – The Crockpot tortellini soup with cream cheese is already flavorful from the sausage, tomatoes, and cream cheese, so we’re keeping the seasoning nice and simple.
Ingredient Additions & Substitutions For Crockpot Tortellini Soup with Cream Cheese
Dry tortellini
You can use dry tortellini in this slow cooker tortellini soup with cream cheese. Just stir it in about 20 minutes before serving so it stays nice and tender.
Protein
You can use ground beef instead of Italian sausage. For a lighter option, shredded chicken also works really well!
Toppings
Serve your slow cooker creamy tortellini soup with crushed red pepper flakes for a little kick, freshly chopped thyme for a pop of freshness, or cubes of crusty bread for dipping.
Tips For Making This Recipe
Brown Your Sausage
Don’t use raw sausage! Brown and drain your sausage before adding it to the slow cooker for the best texture and flavor.
Avoid Mushy Pasta
Add the tortellini during the last 30 minutes of cooking so it doesn’t get mushy. If you’re using fresh tortellini, they’ll cook even faster. They’re ready once the pasta puffs up and floats to the surface.
Storage Tips
Once cooled, you can store your tortellini spinach sausage cream cheese soup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stovetop over medium heat, adding extra broth if needed and stirring occasionally. You can also freeze your soup for up to 3 months.
Creamy Crock Pot Sausage Tortellini Soup Recipe FAQs
Should you defrost the frozen tortellini for this slow cooker tortellini soup?
Nope. You don’t need to thaw the tortellini for this Crockpot tortellini soup with sausage and cream cheese. Just add it directly to the slow cooker.
What type of tortellini works best for this Crockpot tortellini soup?
We used frozen tortellini in this Crockpot tortellini soup with cream cheese because it holds up well and is easy to find in most grocery stores. However, dry, fresh, or even refrigerated tortellini also work just as well. Add them during the last 20 to 30 minutes of cooking to keep the pasta tender and prevent it from getting mushy.
What kind of meat goes well in Crockpot tortellini soup with cream cheese?
Besides Italian sausage, breakfast pork sausage, turkey sausage, ground beef, and ground chicken all work well in this Crockpot tortellini soup with cream cheese and spinach.
Can I add anything else to the Crockpot tortellini soup with sausage and cream cheese?
Can I make this creamy tortellini and sausage soup on the stovetop?
Yes. Cook your aromatics and brown your sausage in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Drain the excess grease and add the broth, seasonings, and tomatoes. Bring to a boil and reduce the heat to medium. Simmer for about 20 minutes, then stir in the cream cheese until fully combined. Finally, add your tortellini and cook until tender.
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- Crockpot Black Eyed Peas Recipe
- Crockpot Green Bean Casserole
- Crockpot Scalloped Potatoes and Ham
- Crockpot Beef Short Ribs
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Crockpot Tortellini Soup with Sausage and Cream Cheese
Ingredients
- 16 oz frozen tortellini
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 lb ground sausage, browned and drained
- 2 14.5-oz cans fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ medium yellow onion, diced
- 5 ounces fresh spinach
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all the ingredients for your Crockpot tortellini soup.
- Add the ground sausage, minced garlic, diced onion, canned tomatoes, chicken broth, cream cheese, and Italian seasoning to the slow cooker.
- Stir, cover, and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours.
- Add the spinach and frozen cheesy tortellini during the last 30 minutes of cooking time.
- Season the slow cooker creamy sausage and tortellini soup with salt and pepper.
- Divide into bowls and sprinkle a little grated Parmesan cheese on top before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
- Don’t use raw sausage! Brown and drain your sausage before adding it to the slow cooker for the best texture and flavor.
- Add the tortellini during the last 30 minutes of cooking so it doesn’t get mushy. If you’re using fresh tortellini, they’ll cook even faster. They’re ready once the pasta puffs up and floats to the surface.
- Once cooled, you can store your tortellini spinach sausage cream cheese soup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stovetop over medium heat, adding extra broth if needed and stirring occasionally. You can also freeze your soup for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
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