Creamy Tortellini Soup
Ingredients:
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1 yellow onion
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2 carrots
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2 ribs celery
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4 garlic cloves
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2 Tbsp olive oil
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4 Tbsp tomato paste
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28 oz. crushed tomatoes
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1½ tsp Italian seasoning
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4 cups vegetable broth
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19 oz. cheese tortellini
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½ cup heavy cream
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4 oz. fresh spinach
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¾ tsp salt
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¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions:
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In a large soup pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrot, celery, and minced garlic. Sauté until onions soften, about 5 minutes.
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Stir in tomato paste and cook 3 more minutes.
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Add crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and vegetable broth. Stir well, bring to a simmer, and cook for 10 minutes.
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Add frozen tortellini and cook according to package directions (about 3 minutes).
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Turn off heat. Stir in heavy cream and spinach until wilted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
This creamy tomato tortellini soup is the ultimate comfort-in-a-bowl. With cheesy tortellini, hearty veggies, and a rich tomato broth finished with cream and spinach, it’s cozy, flavorful, and ready in under 30 minutes - perfect for chilly nights or busy weekdays.
Fun Fact: Tortellini is said to be inspired by the goddess Venus. Legend has it; a chef peeked through a keyhole, caught sight of her belly button, and created the pasta’s famous ring shape in her honor.
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