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Creamy Slow Cooker Tortellini Soup

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A cozy and comforting slow cooker soup featuring tender cheese tortellini in a creamy, garlicky broth with fresh veggies. Easy to prepare and perfect for chilly evenings.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz (340 g) cheese tortellini, fresh or frozen
  • 4 cups (32 fl oz) low sodium vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1 cup (8 fl oz) heavy cream
  • 1 can (14.5 oz / 410 g) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups (60 g) fresh baby spinach
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme blend)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Dice the onion and carrots, mince the garlic.
  2. Optional: Heat olive oil in a small pan over medium heat. Sauté onion until translucent, add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Add sautéed onion and garlic, diced carrots, crushed tomatoes, broth, and dried Italian herbs to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
  4. Cook on low for 4 hours or on high for 2 hours.
  5. Add tortellini and fresh spinach during the last 30 minutes of cooking. Cover and cook until tortellini is tender.
  6. Stir in heavy cream gently to avoid curdling. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve warm, topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a crack of black pepper if desired.

Notes

Sautéing the onion and garlic before adding to the slow cooker enhances flavor. Add tortellini in the last 30 minutes to prevent overcooking. Stir cream in at the end off heat to avoid curdling. If soup is too thick after adding cream, loosen with a splash of broth or water. Avoid lifting the slow cooker lid frequently during cooking.

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Keywords: slow cooker soup, tortellini soup, creamy soup, comfort food, easy dinner, cozy meal, vegetarian option

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