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Cheesy Meatball Tortellini Soup

Cheesy Meatball Tortellini Soup for Ultimate Cozy Nights

Enjoy this Cheesy Meatball Tortellini Soup, the perfect cozy winter meal that wraps you in warmth and comfort.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Meatballs
  • 1 package frozen meatballs Browning adds flavor
Soup Base
  • 2 cups tortellini Refrigerated or frozen
  • 1 large onion Chopped
  • 2 medium carrots Diced
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced
  • 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth Homemade broth is richer
  • 2 cups fresh spinach Kale is a heartier alternative
  • 1 cup fresh grated cheese Adds creaminess

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Brown the meatballs in a large pot with olive oil over medium heat for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
  2. Add chopped onion and diced carrots; sauté for 5 minutes until tender, then add minced garlic and sauté for 1 more minute.
  3. Pour in the broth, scraping the bottom to deglaze, and let simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. Stir in tortellini and spinach; cook for about 5 minutes until tortellini is al dente.
  5. Add grated cheese, stirring until melted and heated through.
  6. Serve hot, adjusting seasoning with salt and pepper if necessary.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge. Freeze without tortellini for up to 2 months.

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