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Lemon Tortellini Soup

This Lemon Tortellini Soup is the perfect balance of zesty citrus and savory tortellini. It's simple, comforting and full of fresh ingredients.

Keyword easy soup recipes, fall soup recipes, tortellini soup
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • ½ tbsp garlic minced
  • ½ white onion chopped
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes
  • 8 cups broth (chicken, beef or vegetable) I use chicken broth
  • ½ tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 18 oz tortellini refrigerated (about 3 full cups)
  • juice and zest from one lemon
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups spinach chopped, optional
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, add the butter and onion. Sauté over medium heat for about 3-4 minutes, or until onion starts to soften.

  2. Next, add the garlic and red pepper flakes. Stir for about a minute, until garlic becomes fragrant.

  3. Add the broth and Italian seasoning. Stir well and turn the heat up a little to bring the broth to a boil.

  4. Once the pot is boiling, turn heat back down to medium and add the tortellini. Cook according to package, which is usually about 3-4 minutes. (Careful not to overcook them.)

  5. Once tortellini is done, turn the heat down to low. Add the cream, lemon juice, zest and Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously.

  6. Add the spinach and stir. Taste and adjust the salt and pepper to your liking. Ladle into a bowl and enjoy!