Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- In a 6-quart or bigger soup pot, add the olive oil and turn the heat to medium.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic. Let them simmer and brown for about 3-4 minutes.
- Now add the sliced chicken sausages and cook for a few minutes.
- Sprinkle 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp basil, and 1 tsp salt on top of the chicken sausages and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Add in the tomato sauce, roasted tomatoes, chicken broth, 1/2 tsp basil, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp onion powder, and 1 tsp of the Chile Con Carne seasoning, and stir to combine.
Cooking
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then cover and reduce the heat to simmer for at least 1 hour (2-3 hours is better).
- After simmering, add in the tortellini and bring back to a boil before reducing to simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low and add in the Half & Half and spinach, along with the drained beans.
- Mix 1 tbsp arrowroot powder with 2 tbsp warm water in a small dish until combined.
- Add the arrowroot mixture to the soup, turning the heat back up to medium but do not let it boil.
- Stir in a figure-eight motion to incorporate the arrowroot until it reaches desired thickness (about 1-2 minutes).
- Let it simmer on low heat until ready to serve.
- When ready, sprinkle fresh basil on top and add grated cheese if desired.
Notes
This soup can be served directly from the pot into bowls and topped with fresh herbs or cheese. Serve with bread for dipping. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.