Creamy Tuscan Garlic Tortellini Soup
A comforting and indulgent soup featuring creamy broth, tangy sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and cheese-filled tortellini. Perfect for cozy dinners or family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 16 ounces cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes for heat
Instructions
- Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add 4 cloves of minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in 4 cups of chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to a simmer and stir in 1 cup of heavy cream. Let the mixture bubble softly for about 3 minutes.
- Add 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheese is fully melted and incorporated into the broth.
- Mix in 1/2 cup of chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Let them soften for 2-3 minutes in the hot broth.
- Toss in 2 cups of fresh spinach and stir gently until wilted.
- Add 16 ounces of cheese tortellini and cook according to package instructions, usually 5-7 minutes. Keep the soup at a gentle simmer to avoid overcooking the tortellini.
- Season with 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste. Optional: sprinkle in red pepper flakes for heat.
- Once the tortellini is tender and the flavors are well combined, remove from heat. Ladle into bowls and serve warm.
Notes
[‘Sauté garlic gently to avoid bitterness.’, ‘Use fresh Parmesan for better melting and flavor.’, ‘Avoid overcooking tortellini to prevent it from becoming mushy.’, ‘Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.’, ‘Add a splash of chicken broth if the soup feels too thick.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 12
Keywords: Tuscan soup, creamy tortellini soup, garlic soup, Italian soup, comfort food