Description
This Tomato Basil Tortellini Soup is a warm, comforting dish perfect for cozy meals. It features tender fresh cheese tortellini simmered in a flavorful broth with diced tomatoes, garlic, and aromatic herbs like basil and oregano. Garnished with parmesan cheese and fresh basil, this soup combines Italian flavors in a simple, hearty recipe ideal for a quick and satisfying lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Soup Base
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 24 oz diced tomatoes (preferably San Marzano tomatoes)
- 4 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
Pasta & Garnish
- 10 oz fresh cheese tortellini
- Parmesan cheese for garnish (optional)
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté garlic: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute or until fragrant, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
- Add tomatoes and broth: Pour in the diced tomatoes along with their juices and the chicken or vegetable broth. Stir in the sugar, dried basil, dried oregano, bay leaf, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Simmer the soup: Bring the mixture to a boil, then lower the heat to a gentle simmer. Let it cook uncovered for 20 to 30 minutes so the flavors meld together. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Cook the tortellini: About 5 minutes before serving, add the fresh cheese tortellini to the simmering soup. Stir gently to keep the tortellini from sticking. Cook until the tortellini puff up, become tender, and float to the surface.
- Serve and garnish: Remove bay leaf, ladle the soup into bowls, and garnish with freshly grated parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves if desired. Serve hot and enjoy.
Notes
- Use fresh cheese tortellini for the best texture and flavor.
- San Marzano tomatoes provide a richer tomato taste, but you can substitute with any good-quality diced tomatoes.
- Vegetarian option: Use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
- Adjust seasoning at the end to your taste, especially salt and pepper.
- For a creamier soup, add a splash of heavy cream or milk after simmering, if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
