TORTELLINI SOUP WITH ITALIAN SAUSAGE AND KALE

Ingredients

1 lb Mild Italian Sausage, Ground

6 Garlic Cloves, minced

1 can of crushed tomatoes

2 tbsp tomato paste

1 tsp salt

1 bunch of kale (remove stems)

1 bag tortellini

1 cup of heavy cream

Parmesan cheese (optional)

Red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

1. Heat a large soup pot over medium-high heat.
2. Add the sausage, onions and garlic to the pot and sauté until the onions are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. (Drain off any excessive fat.)
3. Add the chicken stock, crushed tomatoes and tomato paste. Whisk until tomato paste is fully incorporated.
4. Bring to a boil, season with salt then simmer for 15 minutes.
5. Add the kale, tortellini and heavy cream.
6. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until the kale is wilted and the pasta is tender.
7. Serve with parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes if desired.