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Tuscan Tomato Tortellini Soup Recipe

4.8 from 107 reviews

Tuscan Tomato Tortellini Soup is a creamy, comforting Italian-inspired soup featuring tender cheese tortellini, crushed tomatoes, fresh spinach, and a rich blend of garlic, Italian seasoning, and heavy cream. This quick and easy soup is perfect for warming up on a chilly day and makes a satisfying meal in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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Soup Base

  • 28 oz crushed tomatoes (1 can)
  • 1 cup chicken broth (use vegetable broth if vegetarian)
  • 5 cloves crushed garlic
  • 2 tsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 3 tbsp butter

Main Ingredients

  • 12 oz cheese tortellini (frozen, 1 bag)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 4 oz fresh spinach

Instructions

  1. Simmer the Base: Combine the crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and crushed garlic in a pot. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat and let it cook for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  2. Add Sugar and Butter: Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the sugar and butter slowly until both are fully dissolved and well incorporated into the soup base, creating a smooth texture.
  3. Incorporate Heavy Cream: Very slowly pour the heavy cream into the soup while continuously stirring to ensure the soup becomes creamy and emulsified without curdling.
  4. Cook Tortellini and Spinach: Return the soup to a gentle simmer. Add the frozen cheese tortellini and fresh spinach. Cook for about 5 minutes, or until the tortellini is heated through and the spinach has wilted, signaling the soup is ready to serve.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth.
  • To add protein, consider adding cooked chicken or Italian sausage.
  • Use heavy cream slowly and stir constantly to prevent curdling.
  • Fresh spinach can be substituted with kale or Swiss chard if preferred.
  • Adjust salt and sugar to taste depending on the acidity of your canned tomatoes.

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