Description
A creamy and comforting soup filled with tender tortellini, savory tomatoes, and rich parmesan, perfect for chilly evenings or as a starter at dinner parties.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups tortellini pasta
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until softened.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes and broth, bringing the mixture to a boil.
- Once boiling, stir in the tortellini and cook according to the package instructions.
- After the tortellini is cooked, lower the heat and mix in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to enhance the flavors.
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh basil if desired.
Notes
For the best flavor, use high-quality canned tomatoes and fresh Parmesan cheese. Avoid overcooking the tortellini for an ideal texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 80mg