Description
A comforting and hearty soup combining tortellini with vibrant crushed tomatoes and herbs. Perfect for cozy evenings or impressing guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups tortellini
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup heavy cream (optional)
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onions and sauté until translucent and soft, about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant, being careful not to let it brown.
- Pour in the crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Stir and bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, add tortellini and cook according to package instructions (3 to 5 minutes), until tender.
- If desired, stir in heavy cream for extra richness.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
For a vegan version, use plant-based tortellini and coconut cream instead of heavy cream. Adjust spices for a spicier option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg