1-First, brown the 1 pound of ground pork sausage in a large pot over medium heat until it’s fully cooked and crumbly. This step builds a flavorful base, and you can use mild or spicy based on your preference.

2-Next, remove the sausage and sauté the 1 cup chopped carrots, 1 small chopped onion, and 3 cloves of minced garlic in the same pot until they’re soft and aromatic this usually takes about 5 minutes.

3-Then, stir in the 1/4 cup flour to create a roux, which thickens the soup nicely. Add the 6 cups chicken broth and 6-ounce can of tomato paste, bringing everything to a simmer for a few minutes to blend the flavors.

4-Now, toss in the 9-ounce package of three cheese tortellini and let it cook according to the package instructions, about 7-9 minutes until tender.

5-Lower the heat and pour in the 1 cup heavy cream, stirring gently to avoid curdling.

6-Finally, add the 3 cups of chopped kale and 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning, letting it simmer until the kale wilts, which takes just a couple of minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste, return the sausage to the pot, and heat through before serving. Have you ever added your own twist, like extra herbs?