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Tomato Basil Tortellini Soup (One Pot)

This Tomato Basil Tortellini Soup (One Pot) is a cozy, flavorful, and easy meal with tender cheese tortellini and fresh herbs simmered in a savory tomato broth.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil extra virgin
  • 1 small onion diced, yellow or white
  • 1 carrot diced
  • 1 stalk celery diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth low sodium
  • 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes with juice, canned
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 9 ounces cheese tortellini fresh or refrigerated
  • 1 cup fresh spinach baby spinach
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • grated Parmesan cheese optional, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Pot or Dutch Oven
  • Wooden spoon or heatproof spatula
  • Chef’s knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften and the onion becomes translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Add the minced garlic and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
  2. Pour in 4 cups vegetable broth followed by the entire can of diced tomatoes with their juices. Stir in 1 teaspoon dried basil and 1 teaspoon dried oregano. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  3. Stir in the 9-ounce package of cheese tortellini. Cook according to package instructions, usually around 3-5 minutes, until the tortellini are tender and cooked through.
  4. Add 1 cup fresh spinach to the pot and stir until wilted, about 1-2 minutes. Taste the soup and season with salt and pepper as needed.
  5. Ladle the Tomato Basil Tortellini Soup (One Pot) into bowls. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese if you like, and enjoy warm.

Notes

  • Do not overcook the tortellini to avoid mushy texture; add them last and cook just until tender.
  • Sautéing the vegetables first builds a deeper flavor base for the soup.
  • Use good quality canned tomatoes and extra virgin olive oil for best flavor.
  • Store soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 3 days; reheat gently to avoid breaking tortellini.
  • Freeze soup base without tortellini for up to 2 months; cook fresh tortellini when ready to serve.