Description
Cheesy Meatball Tortellini Soup is a comforting bowl of warmth that combines tender meatballs, cheesy tortellini, and a vibrant tomato broth, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. This one-pot wonder is not only quick to prepare but also allows for easy clean-up, ensuring you can enjoy a rich and hearty meal without the hassle. In just 30 minutes, you can serve a delightful dish that will satisfy everyone at the table. Customize it with your favorite veggies or different types of meat for added flair!
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
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sauté diced onion until softened, about 2-3 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in undrained petite diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, beef broth, and thawed meatballs. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.
- Add fresh cheese tortellini and cook until tender (5-7 minutes). Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan and fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg