Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 carrots (sliced)
- 2 celery stalks (sliced)
- 6 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1 package (9 oz) fresh or frozen tortellini (cheese or meat-filled)
- 2 cups fresh spinach (or kale)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Sauté the Vegetables
- Heat Olive Oil: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Cook Onions and Garlic: Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 2: Add Remaining Vegetables
- Add Carrots and Celery: Stir in the sliced carrots and celery, cooking for another 3–4 minutes until they begin to soften.
Step 3: Add Broth and Seasonings
- Pour in Broth: Add the vegetable or chicken broth, diced tomatoes with their juices, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Simmer: Reduce heat and let the soup simmer for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
Step 4: Cook the Tortellini
- Add Tortellini: Stir in the tortellini and cook according to package instructions, usually 3–5 minutes, until tender and floating.
- Add Spinach: During the last minute of cooking, add the fresh spinach or kale and stir until wilted.
Step 5: Serve
- Season to Taste: Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
- Garnish: Ladle into bowls and top with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley if desired.
- Enjoy: Serve warm with crusty bread or a side salad.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25