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Cheesy Tomato Tortellini Soup

Comforting Cheesy Tomato Tortellini Soup for Cozy Nights

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This Cheesy Tomato Tortellini Soup is a warm hug in a bowl, perfect for chilly nights and quick weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 package Frozen Cheese Tortellini
  • 2 cans Tomato Soup canned varieties recommended
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth can use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option
  • 1 cup Milk skim or whole milk
  • 1 cup Half and Half heavy cream can be substituted
For the Flavor Boosters
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Sun-Dried Tomatoes rehydrate in warm broth if dried
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder can use fresh onions
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder fresh garlic can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil fresh basil can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
For the Creamy Finish
  • 1 cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese reserve some for garnishing

Equipment

  • large pot
  • stock pot
  • colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the frozen cheese tortellini and cook according to package instructions, about 3-5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a stock pot over medium heat, combine tomato soup, chicken broth, milk, and half and half. Stir well and heat gently for about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes, onion powder, garlic powder, dried basil, and salt. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  4. Reduce heat to low, add the drained tortellini, and simmer for about 3 more minutes.
  5. Gradually stir in the shredded Parmesan cheese until melted. Heat for another minute on low without boiling.
  6. Ladle the soup into bowls, sprinkle with extra Parmesan if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For extra nutrition and flavor, consider adding vegetables like spinach or carrots. Avoid curdling the dairy by adding it slowly.

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