Creamy Tortellini Soup Recipe

Creamy Tortellini Soup is a comforting and delicious dish that’s easy to make. It combines tender tortellini pasta with a creamy broth, often enriched with vegetables and sometimes chicken or sausage. Here’s a basic recipe for it:

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 package (9-12 oz) refrigerated cheese tortellini
• 1 cup spinach or kale, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: 1 cup cooked chicken or sausage, sliced
• Grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Instructions

1. Heat the Oil: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another 1 minute.
2. Add Vegetables: Stir in the carrots and celery, and cook for about 5 minutes until they start to soften.
3. Add Broth: Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
4. Add Tortellini: Add the tortellini and cook according to the package instructions, usually about 3-5 minutes, until they float and are cooked through.
5. Add Cream and Greens: Stir in the heavy cream and spinach or kale. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the greens are wilted and the soup is heated through.
6. Season and Serve: Season with salt and pepper to taste. If using, add the cooked chicken or sausage. Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

This soup is rich and creamy with a nice balance of flavors from the vegetables and the cheesy tortellini.