Description
Easy Tomato Tortellini Soup is a cozy dish that brings comfort and flavor to your table. This quick and delightful recipe combines creamy tortellini with a rich tomato base, packed with fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this soup promises to impress with its vibrant taste and satisfying texture. Ready in under an hour, it’s not just easy to prepare but also a healthy option that everyone will enjoy. Whether served as a hearty main course or a warming starter, this nourishing soup is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
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- 10.5oz fresh Tortellini
- 4 cups Chicken Stock (or Vegetable Stock)
- 2 cans (14oz each) Chopped Tomatoes
- 1/4 cup Tomato Puree
- 1 cup Onion, finely diced
- 1 cup Carrot, finely diced
- 1 cup Celery, finely diced
- 1 cup Zucchini, finely diced
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- Fresh Basil, chopped (approx. 1oz)
- Parmesan Rind
- 2 tsp Worcestershire Sauce
- Italian Seasoning and Sugar (to taste)
- Salt & Pepper (to taste)
- Olive Oil (for sautéing)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion, carrot, celery, and zucchini; sauté until soft and golden brown for about 15 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper, then add garlic and cook for another minute. Stir in the tomato puree and cook for 1-2 minutes until caramelized.
- Pour in the chicken stock and chopped tomatoes; add Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, sugar, and parmesan rind. Bring to a gentle simmer and cover for about 20 minutes.
- Remove the lid and bring the soup to a rapid simmer; add tortellini and cook according to package instructions. Once cooked, stir through the fresh basil.
- Adjust seasoning if necessary before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg