Creamy Tortellini Soup
Creamy tortellini soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings or unexpected guests. This delightful dish features tender tortellini in a velvety broth enriched with garlic, spinach, and a touch of cream. It’s quick to prepare, making it ideal for busy weeknights while delivering flavors that will keep everyone coming back for seconds. Whether you’re cozying up on the couch or hosting a family gathering, this hearty soup is sure to warm your soul.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Soup
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 12 oz fresh tortellini (cheese or meat-filled)
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 4 cups fresh baby spinach
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pour in vegetable broth and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Add tortellini and cook according to package instructions (about 3-5 minutes).
- Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream; simmer gently for 2 minutes.
- Toss in fresh spinach until wilted (about 1-2 minutes). Serve hot topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg