Description
Indulge in a warm and comforting bowl of Cheesy Meatball Tortellini Soup, perfect for any occasion. This delightful one-pot dish combines tender cheese tortellini with savory Italian mini meatballs, all simmered in a rich tomato broth infused with Italian herbs. Ready in just 30 minutes, this soup is not only quick and easy but also versatile—customize it with your favorite vegetables or adjust the seasonings to suit your taste. Garnished with fresh basil and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, this hearty soup is sure to impress family and guests alike, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced (about 1 cup)
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 (28 ounce) can petite diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 (20 ounce) package frozen Italian mini meatballs, thawed
- 20 ounces fresh refrigerated cheese tortellini pasta
- ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese, plus additional for garnish
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Ground black pepper, to taste
- Chopped fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and sauté until softened, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add undrained diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, beef broth, and thawed meatballs. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.
- Stir in cheese tortellini and cook until tender, approximately 5-7 minutes. Incorporate shredded Parmesan cheese.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then ladle into bowls. Garnish with additional Parmesan and fresh herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 35mg