Description
A warm, cozy soup featuring juicy tomatoes, tender cheese tortellini, and a touch of cream. Perfect for a chilly night or a quick family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 oz canned diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 9 oz cheese tortellini
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Fresh basil leaves, to taste, for garnish (optional)
- Grated Parmesan cheese, to taste, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until soft and translucent.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the canned diced tomatoes with their juices and the vegetable broth. Stir to combine.
- Add 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to a simmer. Add the cheese tortellini and cook for 5–7 minutes or according to package directions, until tender.
- Stir in 1 cup heavy cream and simmer for 3–5 minutes to let flavors meld.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot with fresh basil and grated Parmesan if desired.
Notes
Use good quality canned tomatoes for best flavor. For a lighter version, use half-and-half or milk instead of heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg