Savory Lasagna Soup with Tortellini for Cozy Nights
This comforting dish combines the beloved flavors of traditional lasagna with the convenience of a warm soup, perfect for chilly evenings.
Equipment
- Large Pot or Dutch Oven
- Wooden Spoon
Ingredients
Protein
- 1 pound Ground Turkey or Chicken Lean source of protein.
Vegetables
- 1 medium Onion Finely chopped.
- 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
Base
- 1 can (28 ounces) Crushed Tomatoes Primary base for the soup.
- 4 cups Vegetable Broth Low-sodium preferred.
- 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning Blend of herbs.
Pasta
- 12 ounces Tortellini Fresh or frozen cheese tortellini.
Greens
- 2 cups Fresh Spinach Added at the end of cooking.
Cheese
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese Grated, for serving.
Seasoning
- Salt and Pepper To taste.
Instructions
- Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add olive oil and sauté the chopped onion for about 5 minutes until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and stir for 30 seconds until aromatic.
- Add ground turkey or chicken, breaking it apart. Cook for 6-8 minutes until browned.
- Sprinkle in Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth. Stir and bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add tortellini and cook for 5-7 minutes until tender.
- Fold in fresh spinach and stir until wilted.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
Consider adding vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for extra nutrition. For a creamier texture, stir in heavy cream or ricotta before serving.