🌾 Agape Love Daily Chuckwagon Recipe – February 13🍅 Hearty Italian Sausage, Tomato & Tortellini Camp Soup

🍅 Hearty Italian Sausage, Tomato & Tortellini Camp Soup

A rich, comforting winter soup — savory sausage, tender pasta, and a creamy tomato broth.

Serves: 6–8Cook Time: 35–40 minutes

This one feels warm and welcoming — a little extra cozy without being complicated. Perfect for a cold February evening.

🥣 Ingredients

• 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or sweet)

• 2 tbsp butter or olive oil

• 1 small onion, diced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 4 cups chicken broth

• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes

• 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• ½ tsp black pepper

• Salt to taste

• 1 package (9–12 oz) cheese tortellini

• ½ cup heavy cream or half-and-half

• Optional: handful of fresh spinach

🍳 Instructions

1. Brown the SausageIn a Dutch oven, cook sausage until browned. Remove excess grease if needed.

2. Build the BaseAdd onion and garlic; cook until fragrant.

3. Add Broth & TomatoesStir in broth, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, pepper, and salt.Bring to a gentle simmer.

4. Add TortelliniStir in tortellini and cook 8–10 minutes, until tender.

5. Finish CreamyStir in cream and spinach (if using). Simmer 2–3 more minutes.

6. ServeLadle into bowls and serve with crusty bread or garlic toast.

🤠 Chuckwagon Tip

Even on the trail, cooks found ways to make meals feel special — a splash of cream or fresh herbs turned a simple pot into something memorable.