Hearty Tortellini Soup with Parmesan & Garlic Croutons

Ingredients

- 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 bag (16 oz) frozen mixed vegetables
- 12 oz fresh tortellini
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup garlic croutons
- 1/2 cup shaved Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Instructions

1. Heat the Broth
In a large pot, pour 6 cups of broth. Place over medium heat and bring to a gentle simmer.
Time: PT10M
10 minutes

2. Cook the Vegetables
Add the frozen mixed vegetables to the simmering broth. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. Make sure to stir occasionally.
Time: PT5M
5 minutes

3. Add Tortellini
Carefully add the fresh tortellini to the pot. Continue to simmer, allowing the tortellini to cook through. This should take 6-8 minutes, or refer to package instructions for exact timing.
Time: PT8M
8 minutes

4. Incorporate Cream and Season
Once the tortellini is cooked, lower the heat to a gentle simmer. Stir in 1 cup of heavy cream. Season the soup with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper. Add the extra-virgin olive oil for a boost of flavor. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
Time: PT4M
4 minutes

5. Serve and Garnish
Ladle the soup into bowls. Top each serving with a handful of garlic croutons and a generous sprinkle of shaved Parmesan cheese. Serve hot.

Total Time

PT27M
27 minutes

Type of Dish

Dinner

Keywords

Tortellini soup, Dinner soup recipe, Creamy tortellini, Easy dinner, Pasta soup, Vegetable soup, Parmesan croutons, Home-cooked meal, Family dinner, Stovetop recipe

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Total: 1,980 calories

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