Here’s a delicious and comforting Tomato Tortellini Soup recipe 🍅🥟—creamy, cheesy, and perfect for any day:
🥘 Ingredients (4–6 servings):
- 1 pkg (about 9–10 oz) cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes or tomato puree
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half (optional, for creamy version)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Olive oil for sautéing
- Optional garnish: grated Parmesan, fresh basil, or parsley
👩🍳 Instructions:
1. Sauté Aromatics
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat
- Sauté onion and garlic until softened and fragrant
2. Add Tomatoes & Broth
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer 10–15 minutes
3. Cook Tortellini
- Add tortellini to the soup and cook according to package directions (usually 3–5 minutes for fresh, 7–9 minutes for frozen)
- Stir occasionally to prevent sticking
4. Optional Creamy Version
- Stir in heavy cream or half-and-half at the end for a rich, creamy soup
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste
5. Serve
- Ladle into bowls
- Garnish with grated Parmesan, fresh basil, or parsley
💡 Tips:
- Use spinach or kale for extra greens
- Add cooked Italian sausage or chicken for more protein
- For extra flavor, simmer soup 15–20 minutes to let flavors meld before adding tortellini
I can also give you a quick one-pot version that cooks in under 25 minutes and still tastes rich and restaurant-quality.
Do you want me to do that?
