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A bowl of tortellini soup topped with grated Parmesan and fresh parsley, set on a wooden table with a rustic background.

Soul-Warming Tortellini Soup: A Flavor-Packed Dinner Recipe for Every Kitchen

This Tortellini Soup is a cozy, flavorful dish combining tender tortellini, fresh vegetables, and a rich tomato-based broth. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, this versatile soup can be made creamy or kept light. It's a comforting, budget-friendly meal that brings a taste of Italy to your home in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 peoples
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Cutting board & knife
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Ladle for serving

Ingredients
  

  • Olive oil – For sautéing
  • Onion & Garlic – Adds flavor and aroma
  • Carrots & Celery – For sweetness and crunch
  • Dried Thyme, Oregano, Basil – Italian seasoning
  • Crushed Tomatoes – Forms the soup base
  • Vegetable or Chicken Broth – Adds depth
  • Cheese Tortellini – The star ingredient
  • Spinach – For a fresh, nutritious touch
  • Heavy Cream (Optional) – For a creamy version
  • Salt & Pepper – Essential seasoning
  • Parmesan, Fresh Herbs, Red Pepper Flakes (Optional) – For garnish

Instructions
 

  • Sauté Aromatics – Heat oil in a pot, cook onion until soft, then add garlic.
    A close-up of onions and garlic sizzling in olive oil in a pot, with steam rising, soft lighting, and a rustic kitchen background.
  • Cook Vegetables & Herbs – Add carrots, celery, and dried herbs; stir and cook for 5 minutes.
    Chopped carrots and celery being added to a pot with sautéed onions, vibrant colors, and a wooden spoon stirring the mixture.
  • Build Soup Base – Pour in crushed tomatoes and broth, bring to a simmer for 10 minutes.
    A pot of simmering tomato-based broth with herbs, steam rising, and a cozy kitchen setting.
  • Cook Tortellini – Add tortellini and cook as per package instructions (5-7 minutes).
    Cheese tortellini being added to a pot of soup, with spinach leaves wilting, vibrant green and white colors, and a wooden spoon in action.
  • Add Spinach & Cream (Optional) – Stir in spinach for 2 minutes; add cream if using.
    Finish with Cream
  • Season & Serve – Adjust salt and pepper, garnish with Parmesan, herbs, or red pepper flakes.
    A cozy, rustic bowl of creamy tortellini soup filled with cheese-filled pasta, vibrant spinach, and sliced carrots, garnished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley. The bowl is placed on a wooden table with a side of crusty bread, soft natural lighting, and a blurred background of a warm kitchen setting. The image evokes comfort, warmth, and homemade goodness.

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Keyword Tortellini Soup