Hearty Italian Sausage Ravioli Soup (30-Minute Meal)

This hearty creamy Italian Sausage Ravioli Soup is made with spicy sausage, cheese ravioli, and rich crushed tomatoes, ready in 30 minutes. Plunging the fresh spinach into the bubbling hot broth wilts it perfectly into the savory soup. I make this whenever the weather turns cold and I need comfort fast.

Why This Classic Works

I used to think a good soup needed hours on the stove to develop deep flavor. Browning the Italian sausage first leaves a fond on the bottom of the pot that instantly flavors the broth.

Adding heavy cream at the very end prevents it from separating in the acidic tomato base. It took me a few broken soups to realize dairy needs gentle heat.

Italian Sausage Ravioli Soup Ingredients

• 1 lb ground Italian sausage (mild or hot)
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 (15 oz) can crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
• 1 (10 oz) package refrigerated cheese ravioli
• 2 cups fresh spinach
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

How To Make Italian Sausage Ravioli Soup

1. Brown the meat: In a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, cook the Italian sausage and onion for 5-7 minutes until the meat is browned and onions are soft.
2. Add garlic and seasonings: Stir in the minced garlic and dried Italian seasoning, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Build the broth: Pour in the chicken broth and crushed tomatoes. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to medium-low.
4. Cook the ravioli: Add the refrigerated cheese ravioli to the simmering soup. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the ravioli float and are tender.
5. Finish with cream and greens: Stir in the heavy cream and fresh spinach. Let it cook for 1-2 minutes until the spinach wilts, then top with Parmesan before serving.

Recipe Tips

• Use refrigerated ravioli: Fresh ravioli cooks much faster than frozen and absorbs the tomato broth better without getting mushy.
• Drain excess fat: If your sausage releases too much oil, drain most of it before adding the broth to prevent a greasy soup.
• Warm the cream: Take the chill off your heavy cream before adding it to the hot soup to stop it from curdling.

What To Serve With Italian Sausage Ravioli Soup

A crusty loaf of garlic bread is essential for soaking up the creamy tomato broth left in the bowl. You can also pair it with a simple green salad dressed in a sharp vinaigrette to cut through the richness.

How To Store

Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. The ravioli will continue to absorb liquid, so you may need to add a splash of chicken broth when reheating on the stove. Freezing is not recommended because the dairy will separate and the pasta will become mushy.

FAQs

• Can I use frozen ravioli? Yes, but you will need to add 2-3 minutes to the cooking time. Make sure they are fully cooked before adding the cream.
• Do I have to use heavy cream? Half and half works as a lighter substitute, but the broth will be thinner. Avoid using skim milk as it is likely to curdle.
• Can I use turkey sausage? Absolutely. Just add a tablespoon of olive oil when browning the meat, as turkey has a lower fat content and might stick to the pot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 480 kcal
• Total Fat: 32 g
• Saturated Fat: 15 g
• Cholesterol: 85 mg
• Sodium: 950 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 28 g
• Protein: 22 g

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• Italian Broccoli Parmesan Soup Recipe
• Italian Garlic Soup Recipe
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Italian Sausage Ravioli Soup

Recipe by Paula

Servings

6

servings

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking time

20

minutes

Total time

30

minutes

Italian Sausage Ravioli Soup features hearty creamy textures, ground sausage, and fresh spinach, ready in just 30 minutes for a simple weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground Italian sausage (mild or hot)

• 1 medium yellow onion, diced

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth

• 1 (15 oz) can crushed tomatoes

• 1 cup heavy cream

• 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning

• 1 (10 oz) package refrigerated cheese ravioli

• 2 cups fresh spinach

• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

• 1. Brown the meat: In a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, cook the Italian sausage and onion for 5-7 minutes until the meat is browned and onions are soft.
• 2. Add garlic and seasonings: Stir in the minced garlic and dried Italian seasoning, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
• 3. Build the broth: Pour in the chicken broth and crushed tomatoes. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to medium-low.
• 4. Cook the ravioli: Add the refrigerated cheese ravioli to the simmering soup. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the ravioli float and are tender.
• 5. Finish with cream and greens: Stir in the heavy cream and fresh spinach. Let it cook for 1-2 minutes until the spinach wilts, then top with Parmesan before serving.