Creamy Tortellini Soup
Cozy Up with Creamy Tortellini Soup: The Perfect Comfort Food
Is there anything more satisfying than a warm bowl of soup on a chilly day? This Creamy Tortellini Soup is the ultimate comfort food – easy to make, packed with flavor, and guaranteed to warm you from the inside out. It’s a family favorite in our house, and we think it will quickly become one of yours too!
This recipe is a bit of a shortcut, utilizing a white sauce mix to create a wonderfully creamy base. Don’t let that deter you – it doesn’t compromise on taste! In fact, it makes this soup incredibly approachable for busy weeknights. The combination of tender cheese tortellini, savory mushrooms, and fresh spinach creates a delightful texture and flavor profile that everyone will love.
What makes this Creamy Tortellini Soup special?
- Easy & Convenient: Uses a white sauce mix for a quick and flavorful base.
- Family-Friendly: A guaranteed crowd-pleaser for all ages.
- Customizable: Easily adapt the recipe to your liking – add different vegetables, proteins, or spices.
- Slow Cooker Friendly: Perfect for set-it-and-forget-it cooking.
Tips for the Best Creamy Tortellini Soup:
- Broth Quality: Using a good quality vegetable broth will significantly enhance the flavor of the soup.
- Spinach Freshness: Fresh spinach wilts beautifully into the soup, but you can use frozen spinach if needed (be sure to thaw and squeeze out excess water first).
- Spice it Up: Feel free to add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little extra heat.
- Parmesan Power: Don’t skimp on the Parmesan cheese! It adds a wonderful salty and savory finish.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: Can I use a different type of pasta?
A: While cheese tortellini is the star of this soup, you can substitute with other small pasta shapes like ditalini or small shells.
Q: Can I make this soup ahead of time?
A: Yes! This soup actually tastes even better the next day. Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Q: Can I freeze this soup?
A: While you can freeze it, the pasta may become a bit mushy. It’s best enjoyed fresh.
Q: What can I add to this soup for extra protein?
A: Grilled chicken, Italian sausage, or white beans would all be delicious additions.
Q: Is this soup vegetarian?
A: Yes, this recipe is vegetarian. Be sure to use a vegetable broth to keep it vegetarian.
We hope you enjoy this comforting and flavorful Creamy Tortellini Soup as much as we do! It’s the perfect meal for a cozy night in.
Creamy Tortellini Soup
Ingredients
- 1.5 ounce white sauce mix Alfredo or Four Cheese
- 4 cups water
- 14 ounce vegetable broth
- 1.5 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
- 0.5 cup chopped onion
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 0.5 teaspoon dried basil crushed
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon dried oregano crushed
- 0.125 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
- 12 ounce dried cheese tortellini
- 12 ounce evaporated milk I use fat free
- 6 cups fresh baby spinach leaves or torn spinach
- to taste ground black pepper optional
- to taste finely shredded Parmesan cheese optional
Instructions
- Place dry white sauce mix in a 3 1/2 or 4-quart slow cooker. Gradually add the water to the white sauce mix, stirring until smooth. Stir in broth, mushrooms, onion, garlic, basil, salt, oregano, and cayenne pepper.
- Cover and cook on low-heat setting for 5 to 6 hours or on high-heat setting for 2-1/2 to 3 hours.
- Stir in dried tortellini. Cover and cook on low-heat setting for 1 hour more or high-heat setting for 45 minutes more.
- Stir in evaporated milk and fresh spinach and cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
- If desired, sprinkle individual servings with black pepper and Parmesan cheese.
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