There’s no better feeling than indulging in a warm and comforting bowl of tomato soup. And let me tell you, this recipe for Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup is a true crowd-pleaser. It’s a delightful twist on a classic dish that will make you feel all warm and fuzzy inside.
The best part? You probably have all the ingredients right in your kitchen – tomato sauce, chicken broth, kale, and heavy cream. So, you can easily whip up this deliciousness on any weeknight without breaking a sweat.
Thanks to the amazing tomato sauce, this recipe is not only good for your heart but also packed with essential nutrients. And guess what?
Tomato sauce is loaded with lycopene, which can actually help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. Isn’t that incredible? Research has even shown that tomato products can prevent platelet aggregation, meaning they can reduce the formation of blood clots that may lead to heart problems.
But wait, there’s more! Tomato products can also work wonders for your cholesterol and lipid profiles. Studies have discovered that consuming tomato products can significantly lower cholesterol and triglyceride levels, as well as body weight and fat percentage. How awesome is that?
So, go ahead and enjoy this nutrient-dense Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup! Your heart, soul, and taste buds will thank you. And don’t forget to watch this video to see how it’s made.
Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup (Video)
Whoever claimed that soups couldn’t be satisfying and substantial clearly hasn’t tried Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup. This delectable dish not only warms you up, but it also fills you up, making it perfect as a standalone meal or as a delightful accompaniment to a crisp green salad!
Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup Recipe
Ingredients Of Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup
- 1 Table spoon olive oil
- 1 lb. Italian sausage, casings removed
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 able spoon Italian seasoning
- salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 able spoon all purpose flour
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce
- 9 oz. cheese tortellini
- ½ bunch of kale, stems removed and leaves chopped
- ⅓ cup heavy cream
- 3 table spoon chopped basil
Instructions: Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces with a spoon.
- Add minced garlic, diced onion, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to the pot. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the onion is soft and translucent.
- Sprinkle all-purpose flour over the sausage mixture and stir well to combine. Cook for 1 minute to cook out the raw flour taste.
- Slowly pour in the chicken broth and tomato sauce, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low and add cheese tortellini to the pot. Simmer for 7-8 minutes, or until the tortellini is cooked through.
- Stir in the chopped kale and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the kale is wilted.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir well to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the soup is heated through.
- Remove the pot from heat and stir in chopped basil.
- Serve the creamy tomato tortellini soup hot, garnished with additional basil if desired. Enjoy!