Cheesy Tomato Tortellini Soup Recipe
This deliciously creamy Cheesy Tomato Tortellini Soup combines tender cheese tortellini with a rich tomato-based broth enhanced by sun-dried tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and melted Parmesan cheese. Perfect for a comforting lunch or dinner, this soup is easy to prepare on the stovetop and offers a delightful blend of cheesy and savory flavors.
- Author: Dylan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Low Fat
For the Soup:
- 9 oz frozen cheese tortellini
- 2 cans (10.75 oz each) tomato soup
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups skim milk
- 2 cups half and half
- 1/2 cup chopped sun dried tomatoes
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp salt
For Serving:
- 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (plus extra for garnish, optional)
- Cook Tortellini: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the frozen cheese tortellini and cook according to the package directions until tender. Drain the tortellini and set aside until ready to add to the soup.
- Prepare Soup Base: While the tortellini cooks, combine tomato soup, chicken broth, skim milk, half and half, chopped sun dried tomatoes, onion powder, garlic powder, dried basil, and salt in a large stock pot. Stir well to blend all ingredients.
- Heat Soup Mixture: Place the pot over medium heat and cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture is hot but not boiling.
- Add Tortellini: Reduce heat to low and carefully add the drained cooked tortellini to the hot soup base. Gently stir to evenly distribute the tortellini throughout the soup.
- Add Cheese: Stir in the shredded Parmesan cheese until it melts into the soup, creating a creamy and flavorful consistency. Heat through for a few minutes without boiling.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with additional Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve hot and enjoy your creamy cheesy tomato tortellini soup.
Notes
- Use skim milk and half and half to keep the soup creamy yet lighter.
- Do not let the soup boil after adding cheese to avoid curdling.
- Sun dried tomatoes add a subtle sweet and tangy flavor that elevates the soup.
- Additional Parmesan cheese on top adds a nice finishing touch of richness and flavor.
- The soup stores well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be gently reheated on the stovetop.
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