That’s awesome! I’d love to know how it turned out. Could you share what kind of tortellini soup recipe you made? If you’re interested in trying other variations or improving the recipe, feel free to ask for suggestions! Here’s a popular Creamy Tortellini Soup recipe in case you want to try something different:
Creamy Tortellini Soup
Ingredients:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy, your choice)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 package (9 oz) cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish
Instructions:
- Cook the sausage:
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the Italian sausage and cook, breaking it up into small pieces, until browned (about 5-7 minutes). Remove any excess grease if needed.
- Sauté the vegetables:
- Add the diced onion to the pot and cook for 3-4 minutes, until softened.
- Stir in the minced garlic, basil, oregano, and red pepper flakes (if using), and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
- Simmer the broth:
- Pour in the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, and tomato sauce.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Cook the tortellini:
- Add the tortellini to the soup and cook according to package directions (usually 4-5 minutes for fresh tortellini, or longer if frozen).
- Finish with cream and spinach:
- Stir in the heavy cream and spinach. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes, until the spinach wilts and the soup is creamy.
- Season and serve:
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Serve the soup hot, garnished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
This creamy tortellini soup is perfect for chilly days and has that rich, comforting flavor. Let me know if you try it or if you have any variations you’d like to explore!
