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    Home » 30 Minute Meals

    Easy Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup

    Published: Feb 4, 2021 » Modified: Jun 21, 2023 » By: Kylie » This post may contain affiliate links. » 14 Comments

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    20 minutes is all it takes to get this hearty Tomato Tortellini Soup on the dinner table tonight! The ultimate vegetarian comfort food, this tortellini soup is loaded with crushed tomatoes, cheesy stuffed pasta, and garnished with shaved Parmesan.

    Overhead shot of a bowl of tomato tortellini soup garnished with Parmesan and parsley
    Table of Contents show
    1 You Will Love This
    2 Ingredients
    3 Instructions
    4 Tips
    5 FAQ
    6 Family Favorite Soups
    7 Recipe
    8 Creamy Tuscan Tomato Tortellini Soup

    You Will Love This

    • It's quick and easy! Simple ingredients. Minimal prep work. No fancy kitchen gadgets. And zero kitchen skills required. This tomato soup with tortellini 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 one-pot tomato tortellini soup 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! We like to keep fresh tortellini in the freezer at all times so we can throw easy dinners like 20 Minute Baked Tortellini, Easy Ravioli Lasagna, or Butternut Squash Ravioli, or this homemade tomato soup at a moment’s notice. 
    • The ingredient list is short and sweet! This meal takes classic tomato soup and kicks it up a notch with a creamy, herby, tomato base (literally made from just cream, herbs, and tomatoes!) and your favorite cheesy tortellini. Garnish with fresh basil and shaved Parmesan and dinner is done! If you love homemade tomato soup be sure to check out my Creamy 30 Minute Broccoli Cheese Soup, Vegan Chickpea Gnocchi Soup, or my Vegan Potato Leek Soup.
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    Ingredients

    • Olive Oil - This is our family’s favorite olive oil. Try to find something cold-pressed and organic.
    • Yellow Onion - You could also use white onion if that’s what you’ve got on hand. I prefer the slightly sweet flavor of a yellow onion for this soup though.
    • Garlic - Fresh is best, but garlic powder will work in a pinch. I’d recommend starting with ½-1 teaspoon of garlic powder in place of the sliced garlic
    • Dried Herbs - I like to use dried sage, dried oregano, and dried thyme. You could use Italian seasoning in place of these three spices if that’s all you’ve got on hand. You can also use fresh herbs in place of the dried if you prefer for this tomato tortellini soup recipe.
    • Sugar - I like to add just a touch of sugar to my tomato sauces and soups to balance out the acidity from the tomatoes.
    • Crushed Tomatoes - You could also use tomato sauce (for a smoother texture) or diced tomatoes (for a chunkier texture) in place of the crushed tomatoes.
    • Veggie Broth - You could also use chicken stock or chicken broth in place of the veggie broth if you’re not worried about this tomato soup being vegetarian.
    • Refrigerated Cheese Tortellini - This is the key! This is our family’s favorite brand for this soup but any refrigerated tortellini will work. Try using spinach or mushroom filled tortellini for a different flavor.
    • Heavy Cream - This can also be called whipping cream. Half and half would also work in its place, but the texture will be slightly less creamy.
    • Basil Pesto - You can use my quick and easy homemade pesto or store-bought is just fine too!

    Instructions

    Saute onion in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add garlic, sage, oregano, thyme, and saute for another minute.

    Large white pot filled with ingredients to make homemade tomato tortellini soup

    Add sugar, tomatoes, vegetable broth, tortellini, and pesto along with a pinch of salt and pepper and bring to a gentle simmer.

    Large white pot filled with ingredients to make homemade tomato tortellini soup

    Then reduce heat to medium-low and gently simmer until tortellini is al dente.

    Large white pot filled with ingredients to make homemade tomato tortellini soup

    Remove from heat and stir in the heavy cream. Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and fresh chopped parsley and enjoy! Feel free to add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little bit of heat!

    Large white pot filled with homemade tomato tortellini soup garnished with Parmesan

    Tips

    • Don't overcook the pasta! There is nothing worse than mushy tortellini, so make sure you take a bite here and there throughout the simmering 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. You can always cook it longer, but you can't go back once it's overcooked.
    • 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. Again, tasting the tortellini is your best bet here!
    • If you prefer a super creamy tomato tortellini soup, add a bit more cream! A little extra cream can go a long way to making an ultra-smooth soup and this recipe lends itself well to an extra splash of heavy cream!
    • You could also use an immersion blender to blend all the ingredients before adding the tortellini so that the texture of the soup is super smooth and creamy!
    • If you want to add some protein, try adding browned Italian sausage. Try spicy Italian sausage for an extra kick!
    Overhead shot of a bowl of tomato tortellini soup garnished with Parmesan and parsley

    FAQ

    Does tortellini soup freeze well?

    Unfortunately, no. The tortellini doesn't hold up well to the freezing process and will turn to mush once it's thawed. This soup tastes best when served right away. It will stay good in the fridge for a couple days, but the pasta does continue to soak up the liquid from the soup so after a couple days the texture of the tortellini will be less desirable.

    Does tortellini have cheese in it?

    Yes. Tortellini is a cheese-filled pasta, but it can also be filled with other things like meat and veggies. Spinach is one of our family's favorite tortellini fillings. Spinach tortellini would be a delicious addition to this creamy tomato soup!

    What should I serve with tortellini 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 or a crusty loaf of bread. Honestly, this dish is so filling you really don't need any accompaniments!

    Can I use a different kind of pasta instead of tortellini?

    Of course! Feel free to use whatever you have on hand, just make sure you adjust the cooking time after you've added the pasta. Look at the package directions and taste the pasta a few times throughout the cooking process and then remove it from the heat when it's cooked al dente.

    Large white pot filled with homemade tomato tortellini soup garnished with Parmesan

    Family Favorite Soups

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    • 30-Minute Sausage Tortellini Soup
    • Easy One-Pot Chicken Tortellini Soup

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    Creamy Tuscan Tomato Tortellini Soup

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    ★★★★★

    5 from 5 reviews

    The ultimate comfort food, this tomato tortellini soup is loaded with cheesy tortellini and plenty of tomatoes!

    • Author: Kylie
    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Cook Time: 15 minutes
    • Total Time: 20 minutes
    • Yield: 8 servings 1x
    • Category: Main Dish - Soup
    • Method: Stove Top
    • Cuisine: American
    • Diet: Vegetarian

    Ingredients

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    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 small yellow onion, petite diced
    • 6 cloves garlic, minced
    • 2 teaspoons dried sage
    • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
    • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
    • 2 teaspoons sugar
    • 2 (28 oz.) cans crushed tomatoes
    • 2.5 cups vegetable broth
    • 20 oz. refrigerated cheese tortellini
    • ½ cup heavy cream
    • ¼ cup basil pesto
    • Kosher salt
    • fresh cracked pepper

    Garnish:

    • grated Parmesan
    • fresh chopped parsley

    Instructions

    1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
    2. Add onion along with a pinch of salt and pepper. Saute, stirring frequently for 3-4 minutes.
    3. Add garlic, sage, oregano, thyme, and saute for another minute.
    4. Add sugar, tomatoes, vegetable broth, tortellini, and pesto along with a pinch of salt and pepper to the pot.
    5. Turn heat up to medium-high, cover, and bring to a gentle simmer.
    6. Then reduce heat to medium-low and gently simmer, covered for 6-8 minutes or until tortellini is cooked al dente.
    7. Remove from heat and stir in the heavy cream. 
    8. Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan and fresh chopped parsley and enjoy!

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    Notes

    Don't overcook the pasta! There is nothing worse than mushy tortellini, so make sure you take a bite here and there throughout the simmering 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. You can always cook it longer, but you can't go back once it's overcooked.

    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. Again, tasting the tortellini is your best bet here!

    If you prefer a super creamy tortellini soup, add a bit more cream! A little extra cream can go a long way to making an ultra-smooth soup and this recipe lends itself well to an extra splash of heavy cream!

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size:
    • Calories: 371
    • Sugar: 7.8 g
    • Sodium: 680.2 mg
    • Fat: 11.9 g
    • Saturated Fat: 5.2 g
    • Carbohydrates: 53.8 g
    • Fiber: 6.4 g
    • Protein: 14.7 g
    • Cholesterol: 41.9 mg

    Keywords: tomato soup with tortellini, tomato basil tortellini soup, creamy tortellini soup

    This post was originally published in November 2018. It was updated in February 2020 to include process shots, step-by-step instructions and tips for making the best tomato tortellini soup every single time!

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    Comments

    1. Timothy

      January 01, 2023 at 4:47 pm

      Just made my 1st pot and my young girls 14, 10 and 9 + a few neighbor kids wolfed down over half of it. Love this quick new favorite 😍

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    2. Grace

      November 13, 2022 at 4:43 pm

      This recipe sounds amazing! Though I don’t care for onions (and I know that makes me bizarre.) Do you think there would be any possible way to omit the onions in this recipe and have it still turn out? Thanks!

      Reply
      • Kylie

        November 14, 2022 at 10:37 am

        Definitely! If you like garlic, you could try adding a bit more garlic instead. Also, do you like shallot? That would be a great onion substitute. It's worth mentioning that you actually can't taste the onion once the soup is all cooked!

        Reply
    3. Emily

      October 22, 2021 at 11:43 am

      I'd love to make this recipe. Any suggestions for adding ground beef or sausage? Would I need to increase vegetable broth, etc? I was planning on cooking meat separately and then adding at the end.
      Thank you in advance!

      Reply
      • Kylie

        October 22, 2021 at 11:48 am

        Yes! You could definitely add either! I'd recommend adding a bit more veggie broth and I think that's a great idea to cook the meat separately and then add it in the last few minutes of cooking! Can't wait to hear how it turns out, Emily. 🙂

        Reply
    4. Blair

      May 23, 2021 at 2:34 pm

      This is my kids favorite!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    5. Holly

      January 26, 2021 at 6:43 am

      The was easy, fast, and flavorful. Will do this again, for sure.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Kylie

        January 26, 2021 at 12:27 pm

        I am so glad to hear that you enjoyed this soup, Holly! Thanks for leaving a review 🙂

        Reply
    6. Jennifer M

      February 17, 2020 at 3:40 pm

      Have you ever frozen this soup? It's delicious but don't know how the pasta would handle freeze and reheat.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Kylie Lato

        February 18, 2020 at 9:25 am

        Great question...You're right about the pasta not being able to handle being frozen and then reheated. It would definitely end up too mushy. You could try freezing just the soup portion and then adding refrigerated tortellini when reheating though!

        Reply
    7. Jennifer Mitchell

      October 27, 2019 at 11:00 pm

      This was so easy and turned out great! 5 out of 5 picky kids ate this and enjoyed it. I packed leftovers for school lunches and they loved that, too!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Kylie Lato

        October 28, 2019 at 11:23 am

        WOW! 🙂 SO glad to hear that everyone liked it! This is definitely one of our family's favorites! Thanks Jennifer!

        Reply
    8. Concetta Lowell

      December 02, 2018 at 11:01 am

      I made this last night and it was a huge hit! My husband added crushed red pepper to his for an extra kick!

      Reply
      • Midwest Foodie

        December 03, 2018 at 10:19 am

        So glad to hear that Concetta! Good call with the pinch of red pepper - my husband would have appreciated that as well 🙂

        Reply

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