Description
Easy Creamy Tortellini Soup is a cozy, comforting dinner ready in about 30 minutes. This creamy, cheesy soup features tender cheese tortellini, spinach, and a rich broth finished with Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and a splash of heavy cream. Perfect for busy weeknights or chilly evenings, it’s easy to customize with extra veggies or spice and serves four. Halal-friendly stovetop recipe that delivers restaurant vibes at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 4 cups chicken broth (halal)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt, or to taste
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 package cheese tortellini (about 9–12 oz)
- 1 cup baby spinach, chopped
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Optional: fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery, and cook for 4–5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
- Add tortellini and cook according to package instructions, usually 5–7 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Add spinach and cook for 1–2 minutes until wilted.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute half-and-half or milk for a lighter version, but the soup will be less creamy.
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free tortellini and gluten-free Parmesan; check label for halal broth compatibility.
- Leftovers store in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove.
- Want more spice? Add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx.)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 1000 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 28 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
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