Easy and Hearty Tortellini Soup

Homemade Italian Tortellini Soup with Cheese and Basil
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Tortellini soup combines the rich flavors of broth, vegetables, and cheese-filled tortellini, making it a perfect meal for any day of the week. It’s a wonderful way to combine simple ingredients to create a meal that’s both nourishing and flavorful. Let’s jump into the recipe. 

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 carrot, diced
  • Medium celery stalk, diced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, with juice
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 9 ounces of cheese-filled tortellini
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Instructions:

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes.
  2. Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and add the diced tomatoes with their juice. Stir in the dried basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
  3. Add the tortellini to the pot and cook according to the package instructions.
  4. A few minutes before the tortellini is done, add the fresh spinach to the pot. Stir until the spinach is wilted and the tortellini is cooked through.
  5. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with grated Parmesan cheese.