Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup by Running to the Kitchen

– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 pound turkey sausage, removed from casing (optional)
– 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon tomato paste
– 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
– 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
– salt and pepper to taste
– 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
– 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
– 4 ounces Cabot cream cheese, room temperature
– 4 cups fresh cheese tortellini (use gluten-free if necessary)
– 1/2 cup light cream
– 4 ounces baby greens (spinach, kale, chard, etc)
– 4 ounces Cabot Farmhouse Reserve Cheddar, grated
– Freshly chopped basil for garnish

Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 25 min
Total Time: 35 min