Tomato Tortellini Soup

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Short on time? 20 minutes is all it takes to get this hearty tomato tortellini soup on the dinner table tonight! The ultimate comfort food, this tortellini soup is loaded with crushed tomatoes, cheesy stuffed pasta and garnished with fresh basil and shaved Parmesan.

Why you’re going to love this simple tomato tortellini soup:

• It’s quick and easy! Simple ingredients. Minimal prep work. No fancy kitchen gadgets. Zero kitchen skills required. This is the easiest and tastiest tomato soup recipe you’ll find – AND it can be made in just 20 minutes!
• It’s a family favorite! This is one of those recipes that you’ll want to keep in your back pocket for a last minute dinner because you know your family is going to love it. As long as you’ve got these pantry ingredients on hand you can have this dinner on the table in no time!
• The ingredient list is short and sweet! 12 real, wholesome ingredients come together for the most delicious soup you’ve ever had. A creamy, herby, tomato base (literally made from just cream, herbs and tomatoes!) envelopes your favorite cheesy ravioli. Garnish with fresh basil and shaved Parmesan and dinner is done!

How to make tomato soup with tortellini:

Saute onion along with a pinch of salt and pepper.

Add garlic, sage, oregano, thyme and sugar and saute for another minute.

Add crushed tomatoes.

Then add vegetable broth.

Then add tortellini.

And finally fresh chopped basil.

Simmer, covered, for 6-8 minutes (depending on cook time on ravioli).

Remove from heat and stir in the heavy cream. 

Garnish with fresh basil and shaved Parmesan cheese and enjoy!

Tips for making the best tomato tortellini soup:

• Taste the pasta during the cooking process. There is nothing worse than overcooked pasta, so make sure you take a bite here and there throughout the process so that you can pull it off the heat as soon as it is al dente.
• Al dente means that your pasta should still have a bit of a bite to it. Ask any Italian (or any pasta lover, really) and they will tell you that al dente is the only way to cook your pasta. Most pasta directions will include cook times for firmer (or al dente) or more tender pasta. Always err on the side of al dente.
• Read your tortellini cooking instructions. Some tortellini cooks in 4 minutes, others take 7-8 minutes. Read the directions on your package and take into account that since you’re gently simmering the ravioli with other ingredients (instead of just boiling it in water) you’ll need to add a couple minutes of cook time. I use Giovanni Rana refrigerated cheese tortellini (which cooks in just 4 minutes!!) for this recipe so that is what my cook time and instructions are based on.
• If you prefer a super creamy soup, double the amount of cream! A little extra cream can go a long way to making an ultra smooth soup and this recipe lends itself well to a double serving of heavy cream!

Frequently asked questions:

• Can I make tomato tortellini soup ahead of time?
  • Yes! This is a great recipe to whip up on Sunday and eat all week long.
  • Just make sure if you’ll be enjoying this soup at a later date that you cook the tortellini a bit less than al dente. Shave a minute or so off the cook time as the tortellini will cook more when you re-heat it.
  • The tortellini will continue to absorb moisture as it sits in the fridge, so you don’t want it to get soggy before you get to enjoy it.
  • It’s also important to remember that this soup takes less than 20 minutes so it’s really easy to prepare, even when you’re short on time!

• What should I serve with tomato soup?
  • Normally I’d suggest serving grilled cheese with any kind of tomato soup. But since this soup is already loaded with cheesy tortellini, I prefer to serve it with a green salad and a crusty loaf of bread. Honestly though, this dish is so filling you really don’t need any accompaniments!

• Can I use a different pasta instead of tortellini?
  • Of course! Feel free to use whatever you have on hand, just make sure you adjust the cook time after you add the pasta.
  • Look at the package directions and be sure to taste the pasta a few times throughout the cooking process and remove it from the heat when it’s cooked al dente.

If you love this tomato soup, check out these other family favorites:

• Vegan Curry Ramen Soup
• Easy Broccoli Cheese Soup
• Sausage & Potato Beer Cheese Soup
• Vegan Tomato Soup
• Vegan Lentil & Potato Curry Soup

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This post was originally published in November 2018. It was updated in October 2019 to include process shots, step-by-step instructions and tips for making the best tomato tortellini soup every single time!