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Creamy Marry Me Tortellini Soup

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A quick and easy creamy tortellini soup perfect for cozy nights, featuring a rich, velvety broth with tender cheese tortellini, garlic, herbs, and cream.

Ingredients

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  • 9 ounces (250 grams) cheese tortellini, fresh or frozen
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 4 cups (32 fl oz / 950 ml) chicken broth
  • 1 cup (8 fl oz / 240 ml) heavy cream (or half-and-half for lighter version)
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme)
  • A handful fresh basil, roughly chopped
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • ½ cup (4 fl oz / 120 ml) dry white wine (optional, e.g., Pinot Grigio)

Instructions

  1. Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic. Roughly chop fresh thyme and basil, set aside. Grate Parmesan cheese and measure out your liquids.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking (about 1-2 minutes).
  3. Add chopped onion and sauté, stirring frequently, until translucent and soft (about 4-5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  4. Pour in ½ cup white wine (if using) and let it simmer until reduced by half (about 3-4 minutes).
  5. Add 4 cups chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
  6. Add cheese tortellini directly into the boiling broth. Cook according to package instructions, usually 3-5 minutes for fresh tortellini, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  7. Reduce heat to low and stir in 1 cup heavy cream. Heat gently without boiling to avoid curdling.
  8. Stir in chopped thyme, basil, and ½ cup grated Parmesan. Let cheese melt and flavors meld for about 2 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  9. If soup is too thick, add a splash of broth or water to reach desired consistency. Optionally, blend a small portion of soup and stir back in for extra creaminess.
  10. Serve warm, garnished with extra Parmesan or fresh basil leaves if desired.

Notes

Keep heat low when adding cream to prevent curdling. Use fresh herbs for best flavor; dried herbs can be substituted but add earlier in cooking. Avoid overcooking tortellini to maintain tender texture. White wine adds depth but can be omitted or replaced with white grape juice and vinegar for acidity. For dairy-free, substitute cream with coconut milk and Parmesan with nutritional yeast or vegan cheese. Gluten-free tortellini can be used for gluten-free version.

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