What does tortellini mean?

Tortellini is a stuffed noodle, usually filled with a mix of cheeses and folded into a fortune cookie shape so they hold their filling while cooking. Tortellini can be filled with anything from vegetables to meats! They are traditionally cooked in and served with a broth.

What is a good side dish for tortellini soup?

I find that this soup is delicious and filling on its own, but it also pairs beautifully with your favorite bread (these Soft Whole Wheat Dinner Rolls are ours) and an Italian style salad.

Does tortellini soup freeze well?

You can most definitely freeze this recipe, but I recommend to do it without the tortellini. When you freeze any type of pasta, the noodle gets mushy when it is reheated. Nobody wants mushy noodles! If you want to freeze it to eat at a later date, I recommend making it as the recipe calls but without the tortellini. Let the soup cool completely then freeze the soup and tortellini separately. If you want to make it to eat immediately and then freeze the leftovers, I recommend only using as much tortellini as you think you will eat right then. That allows you to eat up all of the tortellini, freeze the remainder of the soup, and when ready to eat the leftovers you can reheat and add in fresh tortellini. That way you have perfect tortellini each time!

How long will tortellini soup last?

This soup will last three to four days in the refrigerator without the tortellini in it. If you leave the pasta in with the liquid, the pasta will soak up all of the soups liquid and leave you with mushy tortellini and no soup. I recommend cooking the tortellini separate from the soup and adding it to each serving if you think you will have a lot of leftovers. That way you will have perfect tortellini every time! If you prefer to cook all of the pasta in the soup and have leftovers, simply separate the tortellini from the soup and store them separately. When you're ready to eat the leftovers, warm up the soup and then add the cooked tortellini until it is just warmed through.

How do you reheat tortellini soup?

Simply reheat the soup in the microwave for 3 minutes stirring at the halfway point or on the stovetop bringing the soup to a simmer. Simmering until the tortellini are heated through. Usually about 10 minutes. Stirring frequently.

Quick & Creamy Tuscan Tortellini Soup

Description

An easy Creamy Tuscan Tortellini Soup recipe that comes together quickly in just one pot! This filling and flavorful soup is full of cheesy tortellini, chicken, garlic, spinach and white beans. This savory Tuscan style soup will quickly became a cold weather favorite at your house!

Ingredients

Units Scale

2 tbsp olive oil
1 medium white onion (diced)
2 cloves minced garlic
2-3 cups chicken broth (amount dependent on soup preference)
14 ounce can roasted diced tomatoes
15 ounce can white beans (drained and rinsed)
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated parmesan
1 cup baby spinach
9 ounce cheese tortellini
1 cup cooked shredded chicken (I use precooked)
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/2 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon oregano

Instructions

In a large pot, heat olive oil on medium heat. Add in diced onion and minced garlic and cook until tender.
Add chicken broth, diced tomatoes, white beans, heavy cream, shredded Parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to the pot with the onion and garlic stirring to combine.
Bring the soup to a simmer.
Stir in shredded chicken, cheese tortellini, and spinach.
Simmer for 10 minutes. Tortellini should be cooked through and soup should thicken.
Serve with shredded Parmesan and your favorite bread!

Notes

To make this soup vegetarian simply remove the chicken and add an extra can of white beans and an extra can of tomatoes. We do this version all of the time!
To make it gluten free look for a gluten free tortellini or swap it to a gluten free noodle.
If you don't love garlic, cut the amount used in half.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes

Keywords: tuscan tortellini soup