Name: Creamy Tuscan Ravioli Soup
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 Tbsp olive oil; 1 lb beef sausage (mild or spicy), casing removed; 1 small onion, diced; 3–4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning; ½ tsp paprika (optional); ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat); 4 cups chicken broth; 1 cup heavy cream; 1 package (about 20 oz) cheese ravioli (fresh or frozen); ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped; 3 cups baby spinach; ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese; Salt and pepper to taste; Optional Garnishes; Fresh basil or parsley

Description

This Creamy Tuscan Ravioli Soup combines savory beef sausage, tender ravioli, vibrant spinach, and a rich, creamy broth. With sun-dried tomatoes and Italian seasonings, this one-pot meal is quick, hearty, and perfect for cozy dinners. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an easy and flavorful meal everyone will love.

Ingredients

1 Tbsp olive oil

1 lb beef sausage (mild or spicy), casing removed

1 small onion, diced

3–4 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp dried Italian seasoning

½ tsp paprika (optional)

¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

4 cups chicken broth

1 cup heavy cream

1 package (about 20 oz) cheese ravioli (fresh or frozen)

½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped

3 cups baby spinach

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Salt and pepper to taste

Optional Garnishes

Fresh basil or parsley

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Instructions

Brown the Sausage:
Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or soup pot over medium heat. Add beef sausage, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook for 5–7 minutes until browned and fully cooked.
Sauté Aromatics:
Add the diced onion and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika (optional), and red pepper flakes (optional) and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add Liquids and Simmer:
Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and stir in heavy cream. Let the soup simmer uncovered for 5–7 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Add Ravioli and Tomatoes:
Stir in ravioli and sun-dried tomatoes. Simmer for 5–6 minutes (or follow ravioli package instructions) until ravioli is cooked through and tender.
Finish with Spinach and Cheese:
Turn off the heat and stir in spinach until wilted. Add grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve:
Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with fresh basil or parsley. Serve hot with crusty bread or a fresh salad on the side.

Notes

Vegan Version: Use plant-based sausage, coconut milk or cashew cream, and dairy-free ravioli or pasta.
Spicy Kick: Add more red pepper flakes, cayenne pepper, or diced jalapeños to increase heat.
Extra Veggies: Add diced carrots, celery, or bell peppers for added flavor and nutrition.
Different Pasta: Swap ravioli with tortellini, small shells, or any pasta you prefer.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Dish, Comfort Food
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian, Comfort Food