Name: Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup
Ingredients: Main Ingredients; 1 medium yellow onion, small diced; 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced; Olive oil; 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning – or 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth – plus more as needed; 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes – preferably fire-roasted; 1 teaspoon granulated sugar – plus more as needed; Salt and pepper – to taste; 4 cups cheese tortellini, fresh or frozen; ½ to ¾ cup heavy cream or half-and-half – plus more to taste; 3 cups fresh baby spinach – loosely packed; Grated parmesan cheese – for serving

Description

This delicious creamy tomato tortellini soup comes together in 30 minutes. Made with a creamy broth, tender tortellini, and fresh spinach.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients
1 medium yellow onion, small diced
3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
Olive oil
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning – or 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups chicken or vegetable broth – plus more as needed
1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes – preferably fire-roasted
1 teaspoon granulated sugar – plus more as needed
Salt and pepper – to taste
4 cups cheese tortellini, fresh or frozen
½ to ¾ cup heavy cream or half-and-half – plus more to taste
3 cups fresh baby spinach – loosely packed
Grated parmesan cheese – for serving

Instructions

Step 1 | Sauté aromatics
Step 1 | Sauté aromatics: In a large pot or 6-quart Dutch oven, heat some olive oil to medium heat and saute the diced onions until softened.
Step 1 | Sauté aromatics: Then, add the garlic and Italian seasoning and saute for another minute until fragrant.
Step 1 | Sauté aromatics: Then, add all-purpose flour and stir to coat, about 1 minute. The flour will help thicken the soup later.
Step 2 | Add broth and tomatoes
Step 2 | Add broth and tomatoes: Then, add the chicken broth and stir until the flour dissolves.
Step 2 | Add broth and tomatoes: Add the canned diced tomatoes. Bring to a boil and then let simmer in medium-low heat for about 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 3 | Blend and add tortellini
Step 3 | Blend and add tortellini: Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth.
Step 3 | Blend and add tortellini: Add granulated sugar. Sugar cuts through the acidity of tomatoes, balancing flavors.
Step 3 | Blend and add tortellini: Give it a taste, and if it still tastes acidic, add more sugar, ¼ teaspoon at a time. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 3 | Blend and add tortellini: Then, add your favorite tortellini (fresh or frozen) and simmer until fully cooked for about 8 minutes or according to package directions. Lid partially covered. If using frozen, you may need another couple of minutes.