This tasty ravioli soup combines pork sausage, onion, sweet red bell pepper, spinach, and cheese ravioli in a tasty beef and tomato broth. It is topped with a sprinkling of melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
You will love every spoonful of this delicious soup! Serve with rocket salad, baguettes with sweet cream butter, or a batch of garlic knots.
This tasty soup is back for an encore performance! It’s a reader favorite and a personal favorite of mine. Warm up with this hearty and easy ravioli soup recipe. Made with store-bought ravioli and simple ingredients, it’s perfect for a quick and delicious weeknight meal.
What You’ll Need
- Pork sausage: I use Jimmy Dean’s natural pork sausage, but Italian sausage works well, too.
- Onion: sweet yellow
- Bell pepper: sweet red bell pepper works best
- Garlic: fresh, of course
- Spinach: I use fresh baby spinach
- Seasonings: Italian seasoning, salt, and freshly ground black pepper
- Tomato sauce
- Broth: beef or chicken, preferably low-sodium
- Ravioli: frozen or fresh cheese ravioli
- Cheese: mozzarella and Parmesan cheese
How to Make Ravioli Soup
I am going to give you the nutshell version. Down below, you will find the full recipe card with ingredients and step-by-step instructions.
Brown the sausage. About halfway through the browning process, add the onion and bell pepper. Cook until the sausage is browned and the onions are soft. Reduce the heat and add the garlic and Italian seasoning. Cook for about a minute. Add the tomato sauce and beef broth and bring it to a boil, then reduce and simmer for a few minutes.
Now add the cheese ravioli to the pot and simmer until tender. Add the spinach and simmer until wilted. Ladle the soup into broiler-safe bowls and top with a little mozzarella cheese. Place the bowls on a baking sheet and place the baking sheet under the broiler for 1-2 minutes. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Preparation Tips
- You can substitute ground turkey, ground beef, or ground pork for the pork sausage.
- Use frozen or refrigerated fresh ravioli.
- If you know you will be reserving part of this recipe, remove that portion before adding the ravioli. When reheating on the stovetop, add the ravioli. This will ensure that they do not become overcooked.
Frequently Asked Questions
Use broiler-proof bowls and place those bowls on an old baking sheet with a rim. Place them under the broiler on low and keep an eye on them.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stovetop over low heat or the microwave at reduced power.
To freeze, cool to room temperature, then pour into a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat on the stovetop over low heat or in the microwave at reduced power.
What to Serve with Ravioli Soup
You don’t need to offer much with this soup as it has all the major food groups, but sometimes I serve it with French baguettes or garlic knots. If nothing else, an adult beverage, such as a pineapple margarita, tequila sunrise, or spiked Italian cream soda, is always fun with this.
Ravioli Soup Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 lb pork sausage or Italian sausage
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 1 red bell pepper
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 15-ounce can tomato sauce
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 10 ounces frozen cheese ravioli half of a 20 ounce box
- 10 ounces baby spinach
- salt to taste
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella low moisture
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the sausage over medium heat. When it is about halfway browned, add the onion and red bell pepper. Cook until the sausage is browned and onion and red bell pepper are soft.
- Reduce the heat to low and add the garlic and Italian seasoning. Cook for 1 minute while stirring.
- Add the tomato sauce and beef broth. Bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5-7 minutes.
- Add the frozen cheese ravioli and simmer for 5 minutes. Add the spinach and simmer until wilted while stirring gently.
- Ladle the soup into broiler safe bowls and top with a little mozzarella cheese. Place the bowls on a baking sheet and place the baking sheet under the broiler for 1-2 minutes or until the cheese is melted and very lightly browned. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- Use broiler proof bowls and place those bowls on an old baking sheet with a rim. Place them under the broiler on low and keep an eye on them.
- Store in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stovetop over low heat or the microwave at reduced power.
- To freeze, cool to room temperature, then pour into a freezer safe container and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat on the stovetop over low heat or the microwave at reduced power.
Maureen
Yum! This was so delicious and I love that it is easy to make. It is perfect for a busy night or a cozy night in.
Ebony
I made this for dinner tonight and my family loved it! It’s so easy and savory to make! I also added a bay leaf and cumin to mine, and it turned out perfect!
Beth Pierce
So happy that you liked it. Ebony!
Danny O
Very good recipe with superb taste. Also, easy to put together.
Catherine K
This was delicious! Easily a new family favorite!
Kat
Your ravioli soup recipe was absolutely delicious! It’s perfect for a cozy night in or a quick weeknight meal. Thanks for sharing this comforting and easy-to-make dish!
Beth Pierce
You are most welcome, Kat!
Barb Edwards
This ravioli soup was the perfect weeknight meal! It has simple ingredients, easy-to-follow instructions, and a delicious combination of flavors. I love that it’s hearty and comforting but still comes together quickly. Great recipe.
Beth Pierce
Thanks, Barb So glad that you enjoyed it!
Michelle
Ravioli + soup = a match made in heaven! I need to try this recipe while I’m at the cottage with the family this week.
Beth Pierce
Thanks, Michelle! I hope they enjoy it as much as we do!
Claudia
I made this for dinner last night, and we loved it. It’s so good, and it’s so easy. It’s definitely a 5-star!
Beth Pierce
Thank you, Claudia!!
MKimmie
The photos looks absolutely delicious about soup and I love this comfort food. it sounds very easy to make and I would love to have one at home this week. Thanks a lot!
Sonya Hammond
Wow, this ravioli soup is absolutely delicious! The combination of flavors and ingredients is mouthwatering. I can’t wait to make it for my brother, he is a hug ravioli fan.
Beth Pierce
Thanks, Sonya! I hope he enjoys it as much as we do!
Melanie E
I do love the sound of this ravioli soup. I get the impression that this would be a great comfort dish
Richmond N
I love soup in my diet. Thanks for the great recipe. I loved every spoonful.
Frank
Love this soup, we make it from time to time and it tastes delicious. This is a must try!
Olivia Sanders
We love ravioli, so it is no wonder that we love this soup. Even my picky son likes it. Thanks for the great recipe.
Beth Pierce
My pleasure, Olivia!
Mel W
Great soup! I turned my whole family on to this soup! Thanks for the great recipe.
Catherine Kay
I never had ravioli soup before. This was delicious! I loved every spoonful! Thank you!