Time :
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Introduction:
Delight your taste buds with the delightful blend of creamy goodness and delightful flavor of cheese-filled tortellini and nutritious spinach in a hearty bowl of Creamy Spinach Tortellini Soup. This soup is a perfect, comforting dish, especially in chilly weather, that warms up your soul every time.
Why Make This Recipe:
Creamy Spinach Tortellini Soup is a heavenly bowl of warmth and comfort. It beautifully combines health and taste – the creamy texture cradles your palate while the spinach contributes to your health. Plus, it’s quick and easy to make, perfect for weekday dinners.
How to Make Creamy Spinach Tortellini Soup:
Ingredients:
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
1 cup milk or cream
9 oz (250g) cheese tortellini
5 oz (150g) fresh spinach
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Directions:
Start by heating olive oil in a large pot. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until they turn translucent.
Pour in the broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Add the Italian seasoning to it. Then, reduce the heat and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
Add the tortellini to the simmering broth and let it cook till it’s al dente. This should take about 8-10 minutes.
Lower the heat and stir in milk or cream. Make sure it’s heated through but not boiling.
Mix in the spinach leaves and let them wilt in the soup.
Season your soup with salt and pepper, and it’s ready. Serve it hot with a little grated Parmesan cheese on top.
How to Serve Creamy Spinach Tortellini Soup:
Nothing enhances the taste of this soup better than a slice of warm, crusty bread. The pairing of the comforting soup and the bread makes for the ultimate comfort meal that’s hard to resist.
How to Store Creamy Spinach Tortellini Soup:
Store the soup in an airtight container in the fridge, and it will stay good for up to 3-4 days. To reheat, transfer it back into a pot and warm it over medium heat till it’s heated through.
Tips to Make Creamy Spinach Tortellini Soup:
Make sure not to let the milk or cream boil to avoid it from curdling.
The spinach leaves only need to wilt in the soup; they don’t need to be cooked for long.
To enhance the flavor, you can add more Italian seasoning or any other herbs of your choice.
Variation (If Any):
For a healthier twist, you can use whole-wheat tortellini.
Add in other vegetables of your choice such as chopped carrots, celery or diced bell peppers.
FAQs:
Q1: Can I use canned spinach instead of fresh?
A1: Fresh spinach is preferable, but you can use canned or frozen if that’s what you have on hand. Just make sure to adjust the cooking time accordingly.
Q2: Can I make this soup vegan?
A2: Yes, you can use vegetable broth instead of chicken, dairy-free milk or cream, and vegan tortellini to make this soup vegan.
Q3: Is there any alternative to cheese tortellini?
A3: If you don’t have cheese tortellini, you can use any other filled pasta like ravioli or even regular pasta.