Description
Creamy three-cheese tortellini soup ready in 30 minutes is a cozy, comforting meal made with tender cheese-filled tortellini, a rich tomato-cream broth, and fresh spinach for perfect balance.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 1 package (18 to 20 ounces) refrigerated three-cheese tortellini
- 3 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent.
- Stir in the garlic and Italian seasoning and cook until fragrant.
- Add the crushed tomatoes and broth and stir to combine.
- Bring the soup to a gentle simmer and cook briefly.
- Reduce heat and stir in the heavy cream or half-and-half.
- Add the tortellini and simmer until tender.
- Stir in the fresh spinach and cook just until wilted.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Remove from heat, rest briefly, and serve warm.
Notes
Keep heat gentle after adding cream to maintain a smooth texture. Stir occasionally so tortellini does not stick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired