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Hearty pasta soup with tortellini and basil in a white bowl.

Quick and Easy Pasta Soup

This hearty pasta soup is a comforting blend of tortellini, spinach, and a creamy tomato broth. It's quick to prepare and perfect for a cozy meal.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

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.

Nutrition

Calories: 296kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 744mg | Potassium: 534mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 5339IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 171mg | Iron: 3mg
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