Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup (Printable version)

Velvety tomato broth with cheese tortellini and Italian herbs, perfect for a cozy warm meal.

# What you need:

→ Vegetables & Aromatics

01 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
02 - 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 carrot, peeled and diced
05 - 1 celery stalk, diced

→ Tomato Base

06 - 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
07 - 2 tablespoons tomato paste
08 - 4 cups vegetable broth

→ Pasta & Dairy

09 - 10 oz refrigerated cheese tortellini
10 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
11 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Herbs & Seasonings

12 - 1 teaspoon dried basil
13 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
14 - 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
15 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
16 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil (for garnish)

# How To:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, and celery; cook for 5 minutes until softened.
02 - Incorporate minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute to develop flavors.
04 - Add crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, dried basil, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a gentle boil.
05 - Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
06 - Add cheese tortellini and cook according to package directions (approximately 4 to 6 minutes) until al dente.
07 - Stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan. Simmer for an additional 2 minutes until heated through.
08 - Adjust seasoning if needed. Ladle into bowls, garnish with fresh basil, and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This soup feels like a little secret comfort, perfect for sharing on a rainy day or when you want to impress without stress
  • The creamy texture with fresh herbs made it an instant favorite, especially when I added a touch of Parmesan that melted beautifully
02 -
  • Blend a portion of the soup before adding tortellini if you want an extra smooth and creamy texture that disguises vegetables perfectly
  • Using fresh herbs at the end brings a bright, fresh contrast that elevates the soup from good to unforgettable
03 -
  • Don> rush the sauté step – properly softened vegetables are the foundation of great flavor
  • The secret is in the final garnish; fresh basil and a bit of grated Parmesan make all the difference

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