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Creamy Tortellini Soup

Creamy Tortellini Soup

Creamy Tortellini Soup is a rich and comforting dish that combines tendercheese tortellini with a creamy, flavorful broth. This soup is perfect for coldweather, offering warmth and satisfaction with every bite. It's made withsimple ingredients like cream, broth, vegetables, and spices, making it aneasy-to-make meal that doesn’t sacrifice flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 package (9 oz) fresh or frozen cheese tortellini
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Parmesan cheese, for garnish (optional)
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • Large Pot or Dutch Oven
  • Soup Ladle
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Cutting Board and Knife
  • Can Opener

Method
 

  1. Sauté the Vegetables: In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and garlic. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  2. Add the Broth and Seasonings: Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and stir in the Italian seasoning. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the Cream: Pour in the heavy cream and stir until well combined. Continue to simmer, allowing the soup to thicken slightly—this should take about 5 minutes.
  4. Cook the Tortellini: Add the tortellini to the pot and cook according to the package instructions (usually 3-4 minutes for fresh tortellini or about 5-7 minutes for frozen). Stir occasionally to ensure they don’t stick to the bottom of the pot.
  5. Add Spinach (Optional): Once the tortellini is cooked, stir in the fresh spinach and cook for another minute until it wilts into the soup.
  6. Season and Serve: Taste your soup and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Ladle into bowls, garnish with freshly grated parmesan and parsley, and serve hot.

Notes

This creamy tortellini soup is highly customizable. You can add other ingredients, such as cooked chicken for extra protein or mushrooms for more earthiness. If you're watching your calorie intake, you can swap out the heavy cream for half-and-half or milk. The key to a perfect creamy soup is to balance the flavors—don't be afraid to taste and adjust the seasonings until it’s just right!