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Creamy One-Pot Tuscan Tortellini Soup

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A quick, comforting, and creamy Tuscan-inspired soup made in one pot with cheese tortellini, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and a velvety broth.

Ingredients

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  • 9 oz (250 g) cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 1/3 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
  • 4 cups (950 ml) chicken broth (low-sodium recommended; vegetable broth for vegetarian)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
  • 4 cups (120 g) fresh spinach
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/2 cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for garnish
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat in a large heavy-bottomed pot.
  2. Add diced onion and sauté for about 4 minutes until translucent and slightly golden.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes; cook for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Slowly add 4 cups chicken broth, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle boil.
  5. Add tortellini to boiling broth, reduce heat to a simmer, and cook 3 to 5 minutes until tender, stirring occasionally.
  6. Stir in fresh spinach, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes if using; let spinach wilt for about 2 minutes.
  7. Optional: Remove about 2 cups of soup and blend until smooth, then return to pot and stir.
  8. Stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese; heat gently for 2 to 3 minutes without boiling.
  9. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  10. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with extra Parmesan and cracked black pepper.

Notes

Keep an eye on tortellini cooking time to avoid mushiness. Blending part of the soup before adding cream creates a silky texture without extra cream. Adjust seasoning at the end as broth saltiness varies. For dairy-free, substitute cream with coconut or cashew cream and Parmesan with nutritional yeast or dairy-free alternative. Leftovers store well for up to 3 days; reheat gently and add broth if too thick.

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Keywords: Tuscan tortellini soup, creamy soup, one-pot soup, easy dinner, comfort food, Italian soup, spinach soup, sun-dried tomatoes, cheesy tortellini

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