Description
Warm up with this creamy Parmesan Tomato Tortellini Soup, a comforting and flavorful dish combining tangy crushed tomatoes, silky Parmesan cheese, and tender cheese-filled tortellini, perfect for quick weeknight meals or cozy cold days.
Ingredients
Scale
Creamy Base
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
Pasta
- 8 ounces fresh or frozen cheese-filled tortellini
Tomato and Broth
- 1 can (28 ounces) high-quality crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
Aromatics
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Cheese and Herbs
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried basil or 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano or 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
Seasonings
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, then sauté finely chopped onion and minced garlic until fragrant and translucent, building the flavor base for the soup.
- Add tomatoes and broth: Pour in crushed tomatoes and chicken or vegetable broth, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, allowing the flavors to meld and deepen.
- Cook the tortellini: Add the cheese tortellini directly into the simmering soup and cook according to package instructions, usually about 3 to 5 minutes, until tender and chewy.
- Stir in the cream and Parmesan: Lower the heat and carefully add heavy cream and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until the cheese melts into the soup, creating a smooth and velvety texture.
- Season and finish with herbs: Season with salt, pepper, and your choice of fresh or dried herbs like basil and oregano. Let it simmer just a minute longer before serving to let the herbs fully infuse.
Notes
- Use quality Parmesan: Freshly grated Parmesan will melt better and add richer flavor than pre-grated varieties.
- Don’t overcook tortellini: Add it last and cook until just tender to avoid mushy pasta.
- Simmer gently: Keep the heat low when adding cream to prevent curdling.
- Adjust thickness: Add more broth if you prefer a brothier soup or simmer longer for a thicker consistency.
- Fresh herbs rule: Using fresh basil or oregano at the end brightens the soup and adds freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1 1/2 cups)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
Keywords: Parmesan Tomato Tortellini Soup, creamy tortellini soup, easy Italian soup, tomato soup with cheese tortellini, cozy soup recipe
