Title: Creamy Parmesan Mushroom and Spinach Tortellini Soup
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Introduction
Welcome to one of the most comforting, hearty, and delicious soups you’ll ever taste. Creamy Parmesan Mushroom and Spinach Tortellini Soup combines wholesome ingredients like vegetables, cheese tortellini, and a luxurious creamy broth that will warm you from the inside out.
Why Make This Recipe
Need more reasons to try this recipe? This soup is not just rich and flavorful but it’s also a complete meal that’s packed with nutrients from mushrooms and spinach, plus protein from the cheese tortellini. It’s perfect for a cozy family dinner or to impress your guests at a dinner party.
How to Make Creamy Parmesan Mushroom and Spinach Tortellini Soup
Making this soup is quite straightforward and requires just a few steps. You will sauté the veggies, add the broth and tortellini, then the cream and spinach, and finally stirring in the Parmesan cheese till it melts, making the soup creamy.
Ingredients:
For this delightful soup, you will need: olive oil, butter, a small onion, garlic, mushrooms, chicken or vegetable broth, heavy cream, cheese tortellini, fresh spinach leaves, grated Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper to taste and, optionally, fresh parsley for garnish.
Directions:
Here are the step-by-step instructions to easily cook this soup:
1. Heat olive oil and butter in a large pot.
2. Add the diced onion.
3. Cook until it’s translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
4. Add minced garlic and sliced mushrooms; cook until mushrooms are tender.
5. Add in the broth and bring it to a simmer.
6. Add the tortellini and cook until tender.
7. Lower the heat and add heavy cream.
8. Allow spinach to wilt in the soup for about 2 minutes.
9. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and the soup becomes creamy.
10. Finally, season with salt and pepper to taste and garnish with fresh parsley.
How to Serve Creamy Parmesan Mushroom and Spinach Tortellini Soup
Serve this soup hot, preferably with a side of crusty bread to dip in the indulgent broth, for a meal that feels fancy yet is simple to prepare.
How to Store Creamy Parmesan Mushroom and Spinach Tortellini Soup
You can store this soup in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days. It’s best reheated on the stove.
Tips to Make Creamy Parmesan Mushroom and Spinach Tortellini Soup
Some tips for an even better soup: sauté the veggies until they are well caramelized to increase the depth of flavor, add broth slowly to avoid lumps, and ensure your spinach is fresh for best taste.
Variations of Creamy Parmesan Mushroom and Spinach Tortellini Soup
You could also add other ingredients to this soup like pre-cooked chicken or sausage for added protein, or other vegetables like peas or kale for more nutritional value.
FAQs
1. Can I use different types of tortellini?
Yes, any variety of tortellini can be used.
2. Can I replace the cream with something lighter?
Yes, half-and-half or milk can be used, but the soup will be less creamy.
3. Can I freeze this soup?
It’s best to freeze the soup without the cream and tortellini, adding those in when reheating.