Hearty Italian Soup (Full Meal) Recipe

Name: Hearty Italian Soup (Full Meal)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 38 liters tomato juice; 1 (796 ml) canof herb crushed tomatoes; 2 34 liters chicken broth (save the tomato juice can and fill it twice with water using 2 chicken oxo or chicken broth); 1 medium onion; 6 hot Italian sausages; 12 -15 meatballs; 2 cups small shell pasta; 1 (350 g) package fresh tortellini (I prefer the cheese filled rainbow tortellini); 1 (475 g) containerfresh soft ricotta cheese; 1 tablespoon chopped garlic; Italian spices, to taste. (I use oregano, and basil); salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1 38 liters tomato juice
1 (796 ml) canof herb crushed tomatoes
2 34 liters chicken broth (save the tomato juice can and fill it twice with water using 2 chicken oxo or chicken broth)
1 medium onion
6 hot Italian sausages
12 -15 meatballs
2 cups small shell pasta
1 (350 g) package fresh tortellini (I prefer the cheese filled rainbow tortellini)
1 (475 g) containerfresh soft ricotta cheese
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
Italian spices, to taste. (I use oregano, and basil)
salt and pepper

1
I make this in a large 12 cup stock pot.
2
Remove the casing from the sausages.
3
tear in small pieces and fry with a small amount of olive oil.
4
Cook 3/4 of the way through.
5
Do the same with the meatballs unless you are using frozen precooked ones.
6
Add in the diced onion once the sausage has started to fry.
7
Set aside.
8
In the stock pot add all the tomato juice, tomatoes,chicken stock,garlic and spices.
9
Add in the sausages, onions and meat balls.
10
Simmer for 2-3 hours tasting and adding your own herbs and salt and pepper to your liking.
11
Add in the pasta shells and tortellini.
12
Add in the tub of ricotta cheese stirring thoroughly.
13
cook for approx 10 minutes.
14
serve with Parmesan cheese and crusty bread.

594

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Protein

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* 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: 1 38 liters tomato juice, 1 (796 ml) canof herb crushed tomatoes, 2 34 liters chicken broth (save the tomato juice can and fill it twice with water using 2 chicken oxo or chicken broth), 1 medium onion, and more.

Yes, Hearty Italian Soup (Full Meal) falls under the Soups & Stews 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!

Hearty Italian Soup (Full Meal)

Tips for the best results

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