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Cheesy Tomato Tortellini Soup

Creamy Cheesy Tomato Tortellini Soup for Cozy Dinners

Indulge in a bowl of Cheesy Tomato Tortellini Soup, a comforting and quick dish perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
  • 2 cans Tomato Soup Can substitute with homemade tomato puree.
  • 2 cups Milk Skim preferred, but whole or cream can be used.
  • 2 cups Half and Half
  • 1/2 pound Frozen Cheese Tortellini Fresh tortellini can be substituted but cooks faster.
For Additional Flavor
  • 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Chopped.
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Dried Basil Use fresh at the end for better flavor.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
For the Finish
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese Plus extra for garnish.

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • stock pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Tortellini: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add frozen cheese tortellini and cook according to package instructions, usually about 3-5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. Prepare the Soup Base: In a large stock pot, combine tomato soup, chicken broth, milk, and half and half over medium heat. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer for 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add Flavor Components: Stir in sun-dried tomatoes, onion powder, garlic powder, dried basil, and salt. Heat for another 5 minutes without boiling.
  4. Incorporate Tortellini: Reduce heat to low and fold in cooked tortellini, stirring carefully for 3-4 minutes until warmed.
  5. Add Parmesan Cheese: Mix in shredded Parmesan until melted, stirring continuously for about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Serve and Garnish: Ladle soup into bowls and sprinkle with additional Parmesan before serving hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 18gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 890mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best results, add milk and half-and-half gradually to prevent curdling. Adjust thickness with extra chicken broth when necessary.

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