Creamy Parm Tomato Soup
This easy tomato soup is perfect for those chilly fall and winter evenings. If you prefer a heartier greens, kale or broccoli rabe can be added 5 minutes after the tortellini
Yields: 6 servings
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Total Time: 45 Minutes
Ingredients:
1 tbsp. butter
1/2 medium onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
3 tsp. Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes
3 tbsp. all-purpose flour
3 tbsp. tomato paste
3 c. low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
1 (28-oz.) can diced tomatoes
4 c. cheese tortellini
1/3 c. heavy cream
1/2 c. freshly grated Parmesan
3 c. spinach, packed
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tbsp. thinly sliced basil, for garnish
Directions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter. Add onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 4 to 6 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute more. Add Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and flour, whisk to combine, and cook 1 minute more.
- Add tomato paste and cook until darkened slightly, 2 to 3 minutes. Add broth and tomatoes and bring to a boil. Lower to a simmer and cook until tortellini is tender and cooked through, about 10 minutes.
- Add the cream and Parmesan and stir to combine, then add spinach and let wilt. Season to taste with salt and pepper, garnish with basil, and serve.
