Description
Cheesy Meatball Tortellini Soup is the ultimate comfort food that brings warmth and satisfaction to your table in just 30 minutes. This delightful one-pot dish features tender cheese tortellini, savory Italian meatballs, and a rich tomato broth that creates a cozy meal perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends. With minimal cleanup required, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights. The combination of flavors and textures makes each spoonful a comforting experience that everyone will love.
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 over medium-high heat, warm the olive oil. Add diced onion and sauté until soft, around 2-3 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add petite diced tomatoes (with juice), tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, beef broth, and thawed meatballs. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.
- Stir in fresh cheese tortellini and cook until tender, about 5-7 minutes. Mix in shredded Parmesan cheese.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with more Parmesan and fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 55mg