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    Author: Donna | Published: May 17, 2021 | Modified: May 17, 2021

    One-Pot Creamy Garlic Vegetarian Tortellini Soup

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    Creamy garlic tortellini soup

    A quick and easy one-pot vegetarian tortellini soup which is great for a busy weeknight dinner. Load all of your ingredients into one pot (fewer dishes, yay!) and enjoy a big bowl of comfort that works well packed for lunch the next day too. Perfect addition to the weekly meal plan.

    https://kjsfoodjournal.com/2020/05/13/potato-leek-and-bacon-soup/

    One-Pot Creamy Garlic Vegetarian Tortellini Soup

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    • One-Pot Creamy Garlic Vegetarian Tortellini Soup
    • A Note On Ingredients
    • How To Store Vegetarian Tortellini Soup
    • Need More Soup Recipes?
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    This vegetarian tortellini soup will forever be known as freezer soup in my house as it has been my go-to recipe to make huge batches of and freeze just before a new baby comes along.

    Make the soup base, freeze, and simply thaw, reheat and add some tortellini and kale to fill things out.

    Perfect!

    This vegetarian tortellini soup ticks all the boxes:

    • only uses one pot
    • consists of simple ingredients
    • is freezer-friendly
    • is meal prep-friendly
    • and depending on your kids, is usually quite a popular addition to the dinner table (if your kid doesn't like green you can always leave out the kale to save on the fight)

    It sure is a handy little recipe to have on hand. 

    The tortellini makes it nice and filling, but the sauce is relatively light and balances the whole dish out just perfectly.

    I am hooked.

    One pot vegetarian tortellini soup served in terracotta and white bowls against a white background

    A Note On Ingredients

    Tortellini

    As I am sure you are aware, not all tortellini is created equally.

    Be sure to check the ingredient label on the packet to make sure you are happy with the listed ingredients.

    I love using a simple spinach and ricotta version of tortellini in this soup, but feel free to add whatever flavor combination works for you (pumpkin and feta go well with the ingredients used here as well).

    Vegetable Broth

    Use a good quality vegetable broth for this tortellini soup, as it forms the base of the dish and a lackluster broth won't do you any favors.

    Be sure to check the labels to make sure the salt content is not too high.

    Alternatively, you could always make your own vegetable broth using leftover veggie scraps saved and kept in the freezer.

    Diced Tomatoes

    Again, check the ingredient label to ensure the salt content is not through the roof and that no other unnecessary ingredients have been added.

    Alternatively, you could sub in fresh chopped tomatoes.

    To equal the number of tomatoes found in the cans you would need to chop about 10-12 depending on size.

    Tortellini and Creamy Garlic Soup

    How To Store Vegetarian Tortellini Soup

    Store any leftover and cooled down vegetarian tortellini soup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

    This soup can also be frozen.

    For best results freeze the soup base before the tortellini and kale has been added.

    To do this:

    • Make the soup to the point where the tortellini and kale should be added (do not add the tortellini and kale);
    • Remove the soup from the heat and allow to cool completely;
    • Transfer the soup to a freezer-friendly container and place into the freezer for up to 2 months;
    • When ready to eat, remove the soup from the freezer and allow to thaw completely;
    • Reheat on the stovetop and bring to a simmer;
    • Once simmering, add in the tortellini and the kale, bring to a simmer for 10 minutes, and serve.

    Need More Soup Recipes?

    When the cold weather hits soup recipes are always a welcome addition to the weekly meal plan.

    Try these delicious homemade soups out next:

    • Hearty One-Pot Stuffed Cabbage Soup
    • Glowing Pumpkin and Carrot Soup
    • Sarah's Tortellini Soup For The Soul
    • Creamy Roasted Heirloom Tomato Soup
    • Comforting Cauliflower Leek Soup
    • Potato Leek and Bacon Soup from KJ's Food Journal

    Do you have any go-to freezer meals I should know about?

    I love to hear from you, so be sure to pop back and let me know if you try out this creamy garlic tortellini soup! Happy eating.

    Happy Eating

    xx

    Recipe

    https://kjsfoodjournal.com/2020/05/13/potato-leek-and-bacon-soup/

    Tortellini and Creamy Garlic Soup

    A quick and easy one pot soup which is great for a busy weeknight dinner. 
    4.86 from 14 votes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 20 minutes mins
    Total Time 30 minutes mins
    Course Soup
    Cuisine Italian
    Servings 6 serves
    Calories 372 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 2 tablespoon salted butter
    • 1 small onion, diced
    • 4 cloves garlic, minced
    • 4 cups vegetable broth (to see how to make your own see notes)
    • 2 cans diced tomatoes (14.5oz/400g cans) for fresh see notes
    • 1 can chickpeas, (14.5oz/400g) drained and rinsed
    • ¾ cup whole milk
    • ¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated
    • 1 teaspoon each fresh oregano, thyme, parsley and basil
    • 9 oz fresh tortellini
    • 2 cups kale, shredded
    • salt and pepper to taste
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    Instructions
     

    • In a large pot melt the butter over medium heat.
    • Add the onion and garlic and cook until tender. 
    • Add the vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, chick peas, whole milk, parmesan cheese, herbs, and salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer.
    • Add in the tortellini and kale. Simmer for 10 minutes and serve.

    Notes

    Tomatoes: if you would prefer to use freshly chopped tomatoes you can. For the same amount as found in the cans, you would need 10-12 tomatoes depending on size.
    Store: in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
    Freeze: to freeze, make the soup base up until the last step (i.e. do not add the tortellini and kale). Freeze the liquid in a freezer-friendly container. When ready remove the soup base from the freezer and allow it to thaw. Heat through, add the tortellini and kale and simmer for 10 minutes before serving.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 372kcalCarbohydrates: 51.8gProtein: 17.3gFat: 11.2gSaturated Fat: 4.6gCholesterol: 33mgFiber: 10gSugar: 8.3g
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    The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

    This post has been updated from the original April 2017 version to provide more information for the reader.

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    Comments

    1. Cindy Vong says

      March 24, 2022 at 2:05 am

      I actually made this last night!
      And let me tell you. Was an instant hit. This is one of those recipes you keep around forever.
      Easy, quick, filling, healthy, and utterly delicious. 🙂

      Reply
      • Donna says

        March 28, 2022 at 10:51 am

        I am so glad you enjoyed Cindy! This is one my kids ask for all the time, especially when it's cold and rainy 🙂

        Reply
    2. Cindy says

      March 23, 2022 at 1:19 am

      I wish someone in the comments has actually made the soup!!!
      Looking to make this tonight.

      Reply
    3. Kylee from Kylee Cooks says

      May 01, 2017 at 6:36 pm

      I make piles and piles of baked ziti and use it to stock my freezer, and have a meal to bring a friend who needs one due to surgery, illness, a new baby, or anything else that throws their life off balance! Food is the best gift ever!
      Sorry your Mum is leaving soon, it's always hard (I know this from experience)

      Reply
    4. Traditionallymodernfood says

      May 01, 2017 at 2:05 pm

      Congrts for new bundle of happiness. With little one one pot meals are such boon . I stil remember those days when my son I was born I mostly do one pot meal almost every day. I love garlic floavours this looks yum

      Reply
    5. Marisa Franca @ All Our Way says

      May 01, 2017 at 1:27 pm

      Congratulations. It's a topsy-turvy world right now but such a wonderful time. Anyway, who needs sleep and schedules?? ?I can say a resounding YES to garlic. Love the stuff and who knows I may make a gelato out of it. Your soup sounds like sheer comfort. Delicious!!

      Reply
    6. swathi says

      May 01, 2017 at 1:05 pm

      This kind of creamy soup is needed on busy night. I like the fact that this is can be made in one pot and easy to put togher.

      Reply
    7. Natalie says

      May 01, 2017 at 10:07 am

      Wow, this tortellini soup looks soooo creamy. Yum! Lovely flavor pairings. I bet this taste just delicious 🙂 My kiddo loves tortellini, and I'm super sure he's gonna like this. I'll be making this for him soon.

      Reply
    8. Amy says

      May 01, 2017 at 6:49 am

      One pot soups are the best! This looks and sounds delicious! Congrats on the new little one!!

      Reply
    9. Molly Kumar says

      April 30, 2017 at 5:42 pm

      Hey Donna, Congratulations on the lil bundle of joy!! sounds like the schedule will be all over the place and what I've learned from all my mommy friends is that one-pot meals are definitely the life savers. This creamy garlic tortellini soup looks so delicious and I've bookmarked to try later.

      Reply
    10. ManilaSpoon says

      April 30, 2017 at 2:25 pm

      I love tortellinis and my kids always ask me to buy them from the grocery and they're good for those busy nights when there's no time to make anything from scratch and so they go with a soup!! Love that this delicious soup is one of those I can try for my next batch off tortellinis!

      Reply
    11. Sandhya Ramakrishnan says

      April 30, 2017 at 8:05 am

      Congratulations to your addition and life sure can take a whole turn around with those little bundle of joy. Love the quick and easy soup and I can definitely use this on a very busy weeknight.

      Reply
    12. Gloria @ Homemade & Yummy says

      April 29, 2017 at 4:04 pm

      First off...CONGRATULATIONS on the new addition. Treasure the moments....they grow way too quickly. Believe me, now that I am a gramma...even my grandkids are growing too fast. This soup looks so delicious. Easy and perfect to leftovers....which you will welcome for sure.

      Reply
    13. Erin @ The Spiffy Cookie says

      April 29, 2017 at 11:53 am

      Normal is definitely subjective and I'm glad things have quieted down for you. This soup looks like the perfect thing to enjoy.

      Reply
      • Donna1 says

        April 30, 2017 at 9:52 pm

        Right?? My normal is definitely different now to what I thought was normal a couple years ago 🙂 How things change!!

        Reply
    14. Sarah says

      April 29, 2017 at 11:35 am

      Oh this soup looks so creamy and comforting! Perfect postpartum meal. Now that my baby is 8 months, I'm doing all those tasks while he crawls around the kitchen rather than having him strapped to me - and I honestly think the baby wearing days were easier for getting work done! Congratulations on your new addition!

      Reply
      • Donna1 says

        April 30, 2017 at 9:53 pm

        Oh I know right!! Once they start moving its a totally new kettle of fish. Luckily for me, my other two were late crawlers, so we shall se with this one 🙂 Baby wearing definitely makes thing easier (for the moment)

        Reply
    15. Eileen says

      April 29, 2017 at 7:28 am

      First of all Congrats on the new addition to the family!!! This soup looks wonderful. Freezer meals are a must when trying to wrangle three little ones.

      Reply
      • Donna1 says

        April 30, 2017 at 9:54 pm

        Oh I know right!! I had no idea how important they would be until now 🙂 Thanks!!

        Reply
    16. Adriana says

      April 28, 2017 at 9:46 pm

      Soups are always a great dish even in a hot weather. A good soup is perfect starter or a main dish when served with a salad. Lovely recipe =)

      Reply
      • Donna1 says

        April 30, 2017 at 9:55 pm

        Thanks Adriana!! I am definitely a soup all year round kinda girl, although I know for a lot of people it is more of a comfort food to be enjoyed in winter 🙂

        Reply
    17. Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

      April 28, 2017 at 6:21 pm

      Ooh I always need more freezer meal recipes! Thank you! I'd need to make it without the dairy but I bet it's just as delicious. I love tortellini soup!

      Reply
    18. Veena says

      April 28, 2017 at 2:16 pm

      That looks like a whole lot of nutrition in one bowl. So scrumptious. .. Love the color. And I love that you added kale.. Yum.

      Reply
      • Donna1 says

        April 30, 2017 at 9:55 pm

        Oh we have monstrous kale plants growing in the backyard, so that stuff gets added to everything 🙂

        Reply
    19. peter @Feed Your Soul Too says

      April 28, 2017 at 9:47 am

      This is such a great comfort food dish and meal. I like that you added kale. Adds an earthiness and some more texture to the dish.

      Reply
      • Donna1 says

        April 30, 2017 at 9:56 pm

        We are HUGE kale fans (weirdly even the kids love it). We also have the most ginormous kale plants growing in the back yard so it has been making its way into more and more dishes these days 🙂

        Reply

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