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Creamy Tortellini Soup with Spinach

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A cozy, creamy tortellini soup with fresh spinach and a silky cottage cheese base, perfect for quick and comforting dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces (340 g) cheese tortellini, fresh or frozen
  • 4 cups (about 120 g) fresh spinach, packed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups (960 ml) chicken or vegetable broth, low-sodium preferred
  • 1 cup (225 g) cottage cheese, blended smooth
  • 1 cup (240 ml) milk, whole or 2%
  • ½ cup (50 g) Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme mix)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Red pepper flakes, optional pinch

Instructions

  1. Finely chop 1 medium yellow onion and mince 3 garlic cloves. Rinse and roughly chop 4 packed cups of fresh spinach.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the onions and cook for 5 minutes until translucent and soft. Add garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
  3. Pour in 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth. Stir in 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. While broth simmers, blend 1 cup cottage cheese and 1 cup milk until smooth and creamy.
  5. Add 12 ounces cheese tortellini to the simmering broth. Cook 3-5 minutes for fresh tortellini, stirring occasionally.
  6. Lower heat to medium-low. Stir in blended cottage cheese mixture until fully incorporated. Add chopped spinach and cook 2-3 minutes until wilted and tender.
  7. Remove soup from heat and stir in ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  8. Serve immediately, optionally with crusty bread.

Notes

If soup is too thick, add more broth or milk to reach desired consistency. Avoid overcooking tortellini to keep texture tender but intact. Blend cottage cheese for smooth creaminess. For vegan version, use dairy-free alternatives and vegetable broth. Spinach can be swapped with kale or other greens seasonally.

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Keywords: tortellini soup, creamy soup, spinach soup, comfort food, easy dinner, cheesy soup, quick soup, cozy meal

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