Description
Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of this Creamy Spinach Tortellini Soup. Perfect for a cozy night in, this Italian-inspired soup is a delightful blend of cheese tortellini, fresh spinach, and a creamy Parmesan-infused broth.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 (9 oz) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 3 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil: In a large pot over medium heat, sauté the onion until softened. Add garlic and cook briefly.
- Add broth and tomatoes: Pour in broth and diced tomatoes. Season with basil, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Simmer.
- Cook tortellini: Add tortellini and cook until tender. Stir in spinach until wilted.
- Finish the soup: Stir in cream and Parmesan. Simmer until heated through.
- Serve: Enjoy hot with extra Parmesan on top if desired.
Notes
- To make this soup vegetarian, use vegetable broth and cheese tortellini.
- You can substitute kale for spinach or add cooked Italian sausage for a heartier version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
