Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy pot over medium heat. Add the sausage and break it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a plate, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.
- Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook over medium heat 4 to 5 minutes until translucent and soft. Add the garlic, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes; cook about 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring so garlic does not brown.
Cooking
- Return the cooked sausage to the pot. Pour in 6 cups chicken broth, the can of diced tomatoes (including juices), and 1 cup marinara. Stir, scraping any browned bits from the bottom. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and add carrots or other optional vegetables. Cover and simmer about 8 to 10 minutes until the carrots are just tender and flavors meld.
- Stir in the ravioli and fresh spinach. If using refrigerated ravioli, simmer 4 to 5 minutes uncovered until ravioli are tender but still hold shape. If frozen, simmer 6 to 8 minutes until heated through.
- Stir in 1/2 cup grated Parmesan and taste for seasoning; add salt and pepper as needed. Remove from heat and let sit 2 minutes before serving.
Notes
For gluten-free, use GF ravioli. If using frozen ravioli, add a couple extra minutes to cook. To make it creamier, stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream or a splash of half-and-half at the end. Cool quickly for leftovers, and store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
