Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup – delicious creamy tomato soup with cheese tortellini! Quick and easy, perfect for a weeknight meatless meal!
Happy Wednesday!
I made Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup yesterday because it was really cold here in Colorado and it wasn’t the fun cold that comes with lots of fluffy snow to go sledding in.
It was the so-icy-that-my-husband-had-to-take-my-car-because-I-have-better-tires-and-four-wheel-drive kind of cold.
And that’s the worst.
I’ve always loved tomato soup – I used to have one of those Campbell’s drinkable tomato soups every single winter morning on the way to work. Because I needed something warm since my old Camaro had no heat but there was no point in coffee since work was Starbucks.
So I’d drink tomato soup at 4:45 am.
You gotta really love tomato soup to do that.
My Chicken Tortellini Soup is another family favorite soup recipe!
How To Make Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup!
This Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup is so easy and it’s a great way to fancy up your usual can of tomato soup.
It starts by sautéing garlic in olive oil just until it’s fragrant, only a few seconds. Then you add a couple cans of condensed tomato soup, milk half and half, vegetable broth and a handful of spices. The soup mixture gets brought to a simmer and then you toss your cheese tortellini in and cook according to the package instructions, which should be less than 10 minutes.
The whole thing takes about 15 minutes to make and since it’s got pasta in it, you don’t even have to fuss with grilled cheese sandwiches. Unless you want sandwiches with your pasta and I will not judge you for that.
Can You Freeze Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup?
Yes, you can. I’ve had many readers reach out to me to say they make giant batches and freeze them and they defrost perfectly. To defrost, either pop the frozen chunk of soup in a slow cooker on low for a couple hours or defrost overnight in the fridge and reheat on the stovetop.
However, I don’t love freezing soups with pasta in them or with dairy because I feel like both change the texture of the soup. So I think it’s really up to your preference. This soup is really so simple and quick that you might as well just make it fresh. I think, at least.
Can You Make Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup Ahead?
Yes, if you need to make it ahead of time, you can. The pasta will continue to absorb liquid as it sits so you may need to add a couple splashes of broth to thin it out when you reheat it.
How Long Is Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup Good For?
I think it’s tastiest when consumed within the first couple days but it is safe to consume up to 5 days as long as it is properly stored in the refrigerated in an airtight container.
More Comforting Soup Recipes
- Chicken and Wild Rice Soup (Panera Copycat)
- Broccoli Cheddar Soup
- Spicy Coconut Wonton Soup
- Autumn Squash Soup (Panera Copycat)
- Slow Cooker Cheesy Potato Broccoli Soup
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Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 10 ¾ ounce cans condensed tomato soup
- 1 ½ cups milk
- 2 cups half and half
- 2 cups vegetable broth, or chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 9 ounce package cheese-filled tortellini
- grated Parmesan, for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and cook just until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the tomato soup, milk, half and half, vegetable broth, and all the seasonings. Bring to a simmer. Once simmering, drop in the tortellini and cook according to package instructions (probably about 7 - 10 minutes). Serve hot with Parmesan on top.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 437Total Fat: 26gSaturated Fat: 15gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 82mgSodium: 1365mgCarbohydrates: 32gFiber: 2gSugar: 13gProtein: 19g
Jennie @themessybakerblog says
This soup looks amazing. Yeah, it’s bitter cold outside. I think I’ll need at least two bowls. Pinned.
Nutmeg Nanny says
I hate when the weather is bad and the hubs has to take my car. I always end up feeling trapped at the house for the whole day…and I hate that! Also, I used to be obsessed with those little tomato soups too. They were so good and so easy to make. BUT I think I might love this soup even more. That tortellini you added in pure deliciousness.
Marye says
You almost can’t improve tomato soup but it looks like you did… wow!
Paula Jones says
Tortellini is the best thing ever! This looks wonderful! – oh and my favorite show Suits is about to be back on, I’m should be embarrassed about how obsessed I am with that show.
Stephanie @ Back For Seconds says
15 minutes? I’m in! Plus it’s so stinkin cold here, so soup is necessary!
Jessica @ A Kitchen Addiction says
Perfect way to stay warm on these frigid days! Tortellini in soup is the best!
Sara @ Bitz & Giggles says
I used to watch Kate Gosselin in her early years – I can only imagine what it’s like now that her kids are entering their teen years. Yikes. I think you inspired me to TIVO the show. Oh, and this soup of yours. . .delicious and AMAZING. I need a bowl of this before the end of the month.
Jocelyn @Inside BruCrew Life says
We have been having the same icy cold weather…soup is a must! I love this quick and easy jazzed up tomato soup! And tomato soup at 4:45 am? Yup, that is true love ;-)
heather @french press says
the only ting better than a mug of tomato soup on a cold day, is a bowl full of it with cheesy pasta too :) LOVE that this is so easy as well
Yum Yucky says
Yes yes yesss. I’ll make it.
Amy @Very Culinary says
I make a version of this, but add spinach. And then my kids pick the spinach out. Um… love love love it!
Christine @ A Sprinkle of This and That says
Yep, that’s what I need for dinner on this freezing evening!
[email protected] Cooking on the Front Burner says
I love how easy this comes together and perfect for our MN cold weather!!
[email protected] Plaid & Paisley Kitchen says
I love your blog! How beautiful!
Connie | URBAN BAKES says
Now THIS is my kind of soup! Love it!
Lisa @ Garnish with Lemon says
Tomato Soup is my favorite, although 4:45 am is reaaallly true love! My kids would totally dig this meal.
Jenn @ Deliciously Sprinkled says
YUM, I would love a bowl of this soup for lunch today! Look delicious! :)
Natasha of NatashasKitchen.com says
My goodness this looks so tasty! Perfect comfort food! I bet my son would love this; I know I will. ;-) Pinning!
Cate @ Chez CateyLou says
Wow, you really love tomato soup!! Haha! This looks so delicious – nothing beats a bowl of creamy tomato soup on a cold day. It is the best!
Christina @ Bake with Christina says
Tortellini sounds SO good right now, and there’s even tomato soup too! Looks so yummy!
Marissa says
I’ve been craving soup non-stop and this looks like pure comfort in a bowl!!
Andi @ The Weary Chef says
I have never heard of drinkable soups. I wonder what other flavors they have! I’m not a big tomato soup fan either, but I think would fall for the pasta with sauce trick too. This looks really good, Amanda!
Julie | This Gal Cooks says
OH YES! Totally love this soup! And I’m so picky about tomato soup. I like roasted red pepper and tomato soup and I like creamy tomato soup. But wowza, you took creamy tomato soup to the next level by adding tortellini. GENIUS!
Kathy Dugwyler says
This looks amazing, how many does it serve?
Kathy Dugwyler says
This looks amazing, how many does this serve?
amanda says
About 4. :)
Betsy | JavaCupcake.com says
We made this soup last week when a friend & young daughter came over for dinner. It was a hit with both of our families! We had it for leftovers the next day couple days for lunch too. We doubled the recipe, used some local German Alpenmilch in addition to the half & half and MAN… it was AMAZING. I seriously can not wait to make it again! Thanks for the awesome recipe!
amanda says
Yay! So glad you guys liked it! :)
Jo Habalar says
This recipe has become my go-to soup when I am stumped for an idea…It has never let me down…..I have prepared this for guests and for just my hubby and myself…….It is always a pleaser….and always a welcome offering…thank you for sharing….
amanda says
Yay, I love hearing that! :)
Charlene Soriano says
my family loved this. it was super easy and filling. great recipe! :)
Sandi Dawson says
We love this soup. It quick and selfish. I use one can of tomato soup, a can of diced tomatoes, and a jar of marinara, and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a little kick.
Patti says
Can you freeze this soup? It has half and half, so I’m not sure
Bridget says
Can i use water with knorr chicken bouone (i think thats how its spelled lol) instead of chicken broth bc i have none on hand and want to make this and have everything else except half and half which im using whole milk in place of it
Janelle says
This soup is absolutely delicious! I’ve made it several times with garlic cheese bread!
Kelli Greenfield says
Has anyone tried making this with almond milk in place of reg milk? Just curious if that’s an ok substitute in this.