Slow Cooker Tortellini Soup

Instructions

1. Brown the Meat: In a skillet, brown the Italian sausage until cooked through. Drain the excess grease.

   • Pro tip: If you’re in a massive rush, some people use pre-cooked frozen sausage crumbles to keep it truly “one-pot.”

2. Combine: Add the cooked sausage, marinara sauce, and chicken broth to your slow cooker. Stir to combine.

3. Slow Cook: Cover and cook on Low for 4–6 hours or High for 2–3 hours.

4. Make it Creamy: About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the cubed cream cheese. Whisk it gently until it’s fully melted and the soup looks creamy.

5. The Final Touch: Add the frozen tortellini. Cover and cook for another 15–30 minutes until the pasta is tender (careful not to overcook them into mush!).

A Little Something Extra

If you happen to have a 6th ingredient lying around, tossing in a few handfuls of fresh spinach at the very end adds a nice pop of color and some sneaky nutrients. Top with plenty of parmesan cheese like in your photo!