Description
A warm, comforting soup that combines tender cheese tortellini with a creamy tomato base, fresh spinach, and fragrant herbs. This easy slow-simmered soup is perfect for chilly days or when you want a hearty but light meal.
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 tablespoon butter
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1 onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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Pinch crushed red pepper flakes (to taste)
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¼ cup all-purpose flour
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3 cups vegetable broth
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14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes
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8 ounces tomato sauce
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½ teaspoon dried basil
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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8 ounces cheese tortellini (refrigerated kind)
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½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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1 ½ cups fresh spinach leaves (packed)
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½ cup heavy cream or half-and-half
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¼ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
Instructions
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Heat olive oil and butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
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Add minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Sprinkle in the flour and stir constantly to form a roux, cooking for about 2 minutes.
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Gradually whisk in vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, and tomato sauce, stirring to avoid lumps.
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Stir in dried basil, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Add the refrigerated cheese tortellini and cook according to package instructions, usually about 5 minutes, until tender.
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Stir in fresh spinach leaves, Parmesan cheese, heavy cream, and chopped fresh basil. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts and cheese melts.
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Adjust seasoning to taste and serve warm.
Notes
For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and use dairy-free cheese or omit.
Add cooked sausage or shredded chicken for extra protein.
Garnish with additional Parmesan and fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup, Pasta Soup
- Method: Stove-top
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Keywords: creamy tortellini soup, tomato soup, pasta soup, comfort soup, easy dinner