This Easy Cheese Tortellini Soup is everything you want in a comfort dish – cheesy, creamy, and packed with flavor! It’s a cozy meal that comes together in no time, perfect for those nights when you need something hearty and simple.
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What is Easy Cheese Tortellini Soup?
This soup is the definition of quick comfort. It combines a rich tomato base with tender cheese tortellini, all simmered together for a meal that’s hearty and satisfying. The broth is infused with a blend of Italian seasonings and a touch of cream, making it both savory and smooth. And let’s not forget the parmesan cheese that melts right into the broth for an extra kick of flavor.
Loaded with vegetables like sweet red and green peppers, fresh spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes, this soup has an amazing balance of flavors and textures. Whether you’re serving this soup up for a weeknight dinner or a weekend treat, it’s sure to be a hit with everyone around the table!
Ingredients You Need
- Olive Oil – We use olive oil to sauté the vegetables and give the soup a light, smooth richness.
- Butter – This adds a touch of creamy flavor and helps the onions and peppers soften perfectly.
- Onion – Diced onion adds a mild sweetness and depth to the broth.
- Red Pepper – We love this ingredient because it adds a pop of color and a bit of natural sweetness.
- Green Pepper – This pepper adds a subtle earthiness that balances out the sweetness of the red pepper.
- Garlic – Fresh minced garlic adds a savory depth that ties all the flavors together.
- Sun-Dried Tomatoes – These give the soup a hint of tangy sweetness.
- All-Purpose Flour – Flour thickens the soup, giving it that perfect silky texture.
- Vegetable Broth – The base of the soup, vegetable broth adds a savory, hearty flavor without overpowering the tortellini.
- Crushed Tomatoes – These add body to the broth and give the soup a robust tomato flavor.
- Dried Basil – Basil adds herbaceous warmth to the dish and perfectly balances out the richness.
- Italian Seasoning – This mix of dried herbs adds classic Italian flavors. We think it makes the soup taste like it’s been simmering all day!
- Salt and Black Pepper – These seasonings are essential for balancing out all of the flavors in the soup.
- Cheese Tortellini – Fresh cheese tortellini adds a cheesy, soft bite that makes this soup extra satisfying.
- Parmesan Cheese – Freshly grated parmesan adds a salty, nutty flavor that melts beautifully into the soup.
- Spinach Leaves – Fresh spinach wilts into the soup, adding a pop of green and a nutrient boost!
- Heavy Cream or Half and Half – We love how this adds a silky creaminess to the broth.
- Fresh Basil Leaves – Chopped basil brings a fresh, fragrant finish to the soup.
How to Make Easy Cheese Tortellini Soup
- Sauté the veggies. Melt the butter along with the olive oil in a large pot. Then, stir in the diced onion, red pepper, and green pepper, cooking until they start to soften.
- Stir in garlic and flour. Add the minced garlic, then sprinkle the flour over the veggies and stir for a minute to thicken the mixture.
- Add liquids and seasoning. Add the vegetable broth, crushed tomatoes, dried basil, and Italian seasoning. Season with salt and pepper, stirring to combine.
- Bring to a boil and add tortellini. Once the broth reaches a gentle boil, pour in the tortellini and cook until tender.
- Finish with spinach and cream. Take the pot off of the burner before adding the fresh spinach, parmesan, and cream.
- Garnish and serve. Top the soup with fresh basil and serve immediately.
Variations
- Meat – Brown some ground turkey to make the soup extra hearty.
- Other Greens – Kale or Swiss chard can add texture and nutrients.
- Tortellini – Use spinach- or meat-filled tortellini to switch up the flavor.
- Heat – Add red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce for a little kick.
- Broth – Swap the vegetable broth for chicken broth.
Can I Store Leftovers?
Leftover tortellini can become a bit soft, but the flavors will still be delicious!
Store the soup in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freeze the soup for up to 3 months. For the best results, freeze the soup without the tortellini and add fresh tortellini when reheating.
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Easy Cheese Tortellini Soup Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1 Tablespoon butter
- 1 onion diced
- 1 red pepper diced
- 1 green pepper diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken stock or vegetable broth
- 28 ounce can crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 8 ounces cheese tortellini refrigerated kind
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1 1/2 cups fresh spinach leaves packed
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or half and half
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves chopped
Instructions
- Add olive oil and butter to a large saucepan over medium heat. Once melted, add the diced onion, red pepper, and green pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes.1 Tablespoon olive oil, 1 Tablespoon butter, 1 onion, 1 red pepper, 1 green pepper
- Add the garlic and stir. Mix in the flour and cook for another minute.2 cloves garlic, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Pour in the sun-dried tomatoes, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, and dried basil. Season with salt and pepper. Taste the broth and adjust seasonings if necessary.4 cups chicken stock or vegetable broth, 28 ounce can crushed tomatoes, 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil and add the tortellini. Cook until the tortellini are tender.8 ounces cheese tortellini
- Remove from heat and stir in the spinach, parmesan cheese, and cream.1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese, 1 1/2 cups fresh spinach leaves, 1/2 cup heavy cream or half and half
- Add the chopped basil and serve the soup warm.1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
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Nutrition
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Can I add diced tomatoes instead of crushed? The sausage sounds like a great idea!
Hearty, delicious and easy.
So delicious!! Easy to make, hearty soup. My 3 yo grandson loves it. I opened 2 Italian sausages and fried the meat along with the onions and peppers. Definitely will be making this again.
Thank you, Janet! We’re so glad it was a hit!
Xo,
Alia & Radwa