This creamy pasta soup has tender tortellini, fresh spinach, and a rich tomato broth. It’s a delicious dish ready in just 30 minutes. Enjoy with crusty bread for a cosy meal.
You'll also love my homemade tomato soup, this white bean soup, or this red pepper soup. And this homemade crusty bread or these cheese rolls are perfect for dipping!
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⭐️ Why this recipe works
- Flavourful Aromatics: Sautéed onions, garlic, and rosemary provide a fragrant and flavourful base for the soup.
- Rich Tomato Base: The combination of tomato puree and chopped tomatoes creates a robust, tangy foundation.
- Hearty Tortellini: Tortellini adds a satisfying, comforting element, making the soup a complete meal.
- Creamy Finish: Single cream gives the soup a luxurious, creamy texture without being overly heavy.
🧾 Ingredients overview
- Olive oil: Adds richness and helps sauté the aromatics.
- Onion: Provides a sweet, savory base flavor.
- Garlic: Adds depth and a hint of pungency.
- Rosemary: Infuses the soup with a woodsy, aromatic flavor.
- Tomato puree: Enhances the tomato flavor and thickens the soup.
- Chopped tomatoes: Forms the bulk of the soup's base, adding texture and tanginess.
- Vegetable stock: Adds depth and a savory undertone.
- Tortellini: Makes the soup hearty and filling.
- Spinach: Adds color, texture, and nutrients.
- Single cream: Adds creaminess and a smooth texture.
- Basil leaves: Fresh, herbaceous flavor and a touch of brightness.
- Parmesan: Optional garnish that adds a salty, umami finish.
For precise measurements and additional ingredients, refer to the recipe card at the bottom of the page.
👩🏻🍳 Here's how to make it
Easy Pasta Soup recipe step-by-step
- Sauté the Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and chopped rosemary, continuing to sauté for another 5 minutes until fragrant.
- Build the Base: Stir in tomato puree, mixing well with the onions and garlic. Pour in chopped tomatoes, including their juices, and vegetable stock. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Cook the Tortellini: Add tortellini to the boiling broth and cook for 5 minutes, until tender.
- Finish the Soup: Reduce heat to low and stir in single cream until well combined. Turn off the heat, add spinach and half of the chopped basil leaves. Stir until spinach is wilted. Season to taste.
- Serve: Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with remaining basil leaves and parmesan shavings, if using. Serve with crusty bread.
📖 Variations
- Protein Options: Add cooked chicken, sausage, or meatballs for extra protein.
- Vegetable Variations: Substitute or add other vegetables like courgettes (zucchini), carrots, or bell peppers.
- Cream Alternatives: Use a dairy-free cream for a lactose-free option.
- Herb Alternatives: Swap basil with parsley for a different flavour profile.
- Pasta Options: You can skip the tortellini and use penne or fusilli if that's what you have on hand.
💡 Chef's Guide: Expert Tips
Drawing on a decade of experience in Michelin-starred kitchens and Cordon Bleu training, I have compiled my top tips for recipe success.
- Deglazing: After sautéing the aromatics, deglaze the pan with a splash of white wine for added depth.
- Acidity Balance: Add a splash of vinegar or lemon juice at the end to balance the soup's acidity.
- Spice it Up: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce for a bit of heat.
🍯 Storing and reheating leftovers
- Fridge: Store the cooled soup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: To reheat, warm the soup in a saucepan over medium heat until heated through. Add a splash of stock or cream to adjust the consistency if needed.
❓Recipe FAQ's
Yes, you can sauté the aromatics first, then add all ingredients (except tortellini, spinach, and cream) to the slow cooker. Cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours, then add tortellini 30 minutes before the end and stir in cream and spinach at the end.
To prevent curdling, make sure the soup is not boiling when you add the cream and stir it in slowly.
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Quick and Easy Pasta Soup
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon tomato puree
- 800 g (28 oz) chopped tomatoes, 2 x 400g tins
- 500 ml (2 cups) vegetable stock, made with 1 stock cube
- 250 g (½ lb) tortellini, any variety
- 200 g (6 cups) spinach
- 250 ml (1 cups) single cream
- ½ bunch basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons parmesan, optional
Instructions
Sauté the Aromatics:
- Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and chopped rosemary, continuing to sauté for another 5 minutes until fragrant.
Build the Base:
- Stir in the tomato puree, mixing well with the onions and garlic. Pour in the chopped tomatoes, including their juices, and the vegetable stock. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Cook the Tortellini:
- Add the tortellini to the boiling broth and cook for 5 minutes, until the tortellini is tender.
Finish the Soup:
- Reduce the heat to low and stir in the single cream until well combined. Turn off the heat and add the spinach and half of the chopped basil leaves. Stir until the spinach is wilted. Season to taste.
Serve:
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with the remaining basil leaves and parmesan shavings, if using. Serve with crusty bread.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use tortellini filled with cheese or meat. If you prefer a thicker soup, you can blend a portion of the soup before adding the tortellini.
- Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper according to your taste.
- This soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently before serving.
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