Cheese Tortellini Soup with Cannellini, Kielbasa, a

Name: Cheese Tortellini Soup with Cannellini, Kielbasa, and Kale
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 12 ounces fully cooked smoked kielbasa sausage, thinly sliced; 1 onion, chopped; 1 cup chopped fresh fennel bulb; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme; 1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper; 10 cups canned low-salt chicken broth; 4 cups chopped kale (1/2 bunch); 1 15-ounce can cannellini (white kidney beans), rinsed, drained; 1 9-ounce package cheese tortellini; 1 cup grated Asiago cheese* or Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
12 ounces fully cooked smoked kielbasa sausage, thinly sliced
1 onion, chopped
1 cup chopped fresh fennel bulb
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
10 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
4 cups chopped kale (1/2 bunch)
1 15-ounce can cannellini (white kidney beans), rinsed, drained
1 9-ounce package cheese tortellini
1 cup grated Asiago cheese* or Parmesan cheese

1
Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat.
2
Add next 6 ingredients and saute until vegetables are soft and kielbasa is brown, about 12 minutes.
3
Add broth and bring to boil.
4
Stir in kale and cannellini.
5
Reduce heat to low and simmer until kale is wilted, about 4 minutes.
6
(Can be made 1 day ahead.
7
Cool slightly; cover and refrigerate.
8
Bring to simmer before continuing.)
9
Add tortellini to soup.
10
Simmer until pasta is just tender but still firm to bite, about 5 minutes.
11
Ladle soup into bowls.
12
Serve, passing cheese separately.
13
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1462

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

211

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 12 ounces fully cooked smoked kielbasa sausage, thinly sliced, 1 onion, chopped, 1 cup chopped fresh fennel bulb, and more.

Yes, Cheese Tortellini Soup with Cannellini, Kielbasa, and Kale falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cheese Tortellini Soup with Cannellini, Kielbasa, and Kale

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