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Cozy Creamy Canned Tomato Tortellini Soup

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A quick and easy one-pot soup featuring creamy tomato broth and tender cheese tortellini, perfect for cozy nights and busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (28-ounce) can crushed or diced tomatoes (preferably San Marzano)
  • 4 cups (32 fl oz) vegetable or chicken broth
  • 9 ounces frozen cheese tortellini
  • 1 cup (8 fl oz) heavy cream or half-and-half (can substitute with coconut milk for dairy-free)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme blend)
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking, about 1 minute.
  2. Add the chopped onion and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until translucent.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  4. Pour in the canned tomatoes with their juices and stir to combine with the aromatics.
  5. Add the broth, dried Italian herbs, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Stir well and bring to a gentle boil.
  6. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes to meld flavors and slightly reduce the soup.
  7. Add the frozen tortellini, increase heat to medium, and cook for 3-5 minutes until tortellini float to the surface and are tender, stirring occasionally.
  8. Lower heat and slowly stir in the heavy cream. Heat gently for 2 minutes without boiling to avoid curdling. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  9. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh basil or parsley and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.

Notes

Add cream off heat or on very low heat to prevent curdling. If soup is too thick after adding cream, stir in a splash more broth or water. Do not overcook tortellini; once they float, test for doneness immediately. For dairy-free, substitute cream with coconut milk and use vegan tortellini. Soup freezes well without cream; add cream fresh when reheating.

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