Tuscan Tortellini Soup (using Ground Beef)
This Hearty Tuscan Tortellini Soup recipe is the perfect cozy dinner perfect for a dreary evening. What I love about this One Pan Meal is how it's so easy to sneak in so many vegetables while still feeling like a nostalgic comfort meal.
I've been making this tortellini soup every winter because it's such an easy soup that makes great leftovers. Tortellini cooks so quickly and is such a versatile addition as you can change out which flavors of tortellini you prefer to use!
If you like this dish, you should try my The Best One Pot Lasagna Soup, Tuscan Kale Soup ,Low Carb Cabbage Soup , One-Pot Vegetable Orzo Soup or Easy Crockpot Chicken Enchilada Soup Recipe.
Why You Will Love This Tuscan Tortellini Soup:
Made in one pot so cleanup is a breeze.
Ready in 30 minutes or less, perfect for busy nights.
Uses simple ingredients, no complicated steps.
Ingredients
Packed with protein-rich tortellini and beef.
Loaded with fiber-rich veggies like spinach and tomatoes.
Uses broth and herbs for flavor.
Just a splash of cream for final creamy addition.
Substitutions and Variations
Swap in your favorite protein—chicken, turkey, or chickpeas.
No spinach? Use kale instead or omit
Want extra cheese? Use cheese tortellini instead of spinach tortellini
Make it dairy-free by using plant-based tortellini and dairy-free half and half
Adjust the spice level to suit your taste with red pepper flakes
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Sauté onions and garlic in a pot with olive oil and a pinch of salt. (always make your onions sweat!!)
Step 2: Add ground beef, cook until browned, then drain excess fat.
Step 3: Stir in tomatoes and seasoning, then add broth and bring to a boil.
Step 4: Add tortellini, cook briefly, then reduce heat.
Step 5: Stir in spinach until wilted.Finish with a splash of cream and parmesan.
Tips and Notes:
Use fresh tortellini – Fresh cooks faster, while frozen can be used it may need an extra minute or two.
Don’t overcook the tortellini – It will continue cooking in the hot broth.
Brown the beef before adding broth– This adds extra depth of flavor to the soup.
Storage and Reheating Instructions
Refrigerate leftovers – Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Tortellini does not freeze and thaw well so I recommend freezing without the tortellini if you'd like to freeze the base of the soup before adding tortellini.
Reheat gently – Warm on low heat to prevent the cream from separating.
Hungry for more? Try my Crockpot Creamy Dairy Free Chicken and Wild Rice Soup next!
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Hearty Tuscan Tortellini Soup
Equipment
- 1 Large Pot
Ingredients
- 1 cup diced onions
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 1 can of diced tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 2 cups broth
- 1 lb. package of spinach tortellini
- 2 big handfuls spinach
- 2 tablespoon half and half
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese plus more for topping!
Instructions
- Saute diced onions and garlic in a large pot with 1 tablespoon olive oil and a pinch of salt.
- Add ground beef and brown, then drain any extra fat.
- Add a can of tomatoes and Italian seasoning to beef and stir, then pour in broth and bring to a boil.
- Pour tortellini into boiling soup and cook for 2 minutes, then turn heat down to low.
- Add spinach and stir until wilted.
- Finish soup with a splash of cream and ¼ cup parmesan added to pot.
