Tortellini in broth with escarole is a classic Italian dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. The tortellini, which are small pasta dumplings filled with meat, cheese, or vegetables, are simmered in a flavorful broth made with escarole, a type of leafy green vegetable. The resulting dish is hearty, satisfying, and packed with flavor.
This article provides two recipes for tortellini in broth with escarole. The first recipe is for a traditional version of the dish, made with homemade tortellini and a rich chicken broth. The second recipe is for a more modern version of the dish, made with store-bought tortellini and a vegetable broth. Both recipes are easy to follow and produce delicious results.
In addition to the two main recipes, the article also includes a recipe for a simple escarole salad. This salad is a great way to use up any leftover escarole from the soup. It is also a refreshing and healthy side dish.
CHEESE TORTELLINI IN LIGHT BROTH
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Pour the broth into a heavy large saucepan. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat. Season the broth with pepper, to taste. Add the tortellini. Simmer over medium heat until al dente, about 7 minutes.
- Ladle the broth and tortellini into soup bowls. Top with parsley and Parmesan Crisps and serve.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Pour a heaping tablespoon of Parmesan onto a silicone or parchment lined baking sheet and lightly pat down. A silicone baking sheet is highly recommended. Repeat with the remaining cheese, spacing the spoonfuls about a 1/2 inch apart.
- Bake for 3 to 5 minutes or until golden and crisp. Cool.
TORTELLINI IN CHICKEN BROTH
In Italy, this soup is called tortellini en brodo. If you keep your freezer stocked, this soup is a snap to whip up after a long day at the office.
Provided by apotherix
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Noodle Soup Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Stir broth and water together in a pot; bring to a boil. Stir frozen tortellini into broth mixture and cook, stirring occasionally, until tortellini float to the top and the filling is hot, 6 to 8 minutes. Stir watercress and scallions into broth mixture and cook until watercress wilts, about 2 minutes. Add hot pepper sauce. Sprinkle with Romano cheese and black pepper to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 203.7 calories, Carbohydrate 27.3 g, Cholesterol 30.4 mg, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 10.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 334.6 mg, Sugar 2 g
TORTELLINI SOUP WITH ESCAROLE
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large stockpot, combine chicken stock, 2 cups water and bay leaf. Bring to a boil. Add escarole, and cook, stirring constantly, until wilted, about 15 seconds.
- Add tortellini, and cook until they float to the top, 4 to 5 minutes. Discard bay leaf, and season soup with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.
TORTELLINI IN BROTH WITH ESCAROLE
This simple and satisfying dish is a quick version of a traditional Italian dish.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine broth, 2 cups water, and bay leaf in a large stockpot; bring to a boil.
- Add escarole; cook, stirring constantly, until wilted, about 15 seconds.
- Add tortellini; cook until they float to the top, 4 to 5 minutes.
- Discard bay leaf, and season soup with salt and pepper. To serve, ladle into bowls.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 373 g, Fat 8 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 18 g
VEAL DUMPLINGS WITH ESCAROLE IN BROTH
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Soak the bread in the milk in a small bowl to soften.
- Put the ground veal in a large bowl and sprinkle with salt, pepper and a few grates of nutmeg. Add the gorgonzola, Parmigiano-Reggiano, sage, garlic and egg. Squeeze the liquid from the bread and crumble it into fine crumbs between your fingertips as you add it to the veal mixture. Drizzle in a little EVOO and gently mix until combined.
- Keep a bowl of warm water on hand for rolling the meatballs or use a 2-ounce scoop. Roll or scoop the meat mixture into balls, moistening your hands if not using a scoop, and place on a baking sheet or large plate.
- Coarsely chop the escarole into 2-inch pieces.
- Bring the stock and 2 to 3 cups water to a low boil in a wide pot. Add the meatballs and simmer until cooked through, 8 to 10 minutes. Add the escarole during the last minute or 2 of cooking and stir until wilted.
- Meanwhile, cook the noodles in a pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Drain and add to the soup. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with a few grates of lemon zest.
HOMEMADE TORTELLINI IN BROTH
from globalgoumet.com I've been looking for a recipe like one that my Italian Grandmother uses - this looks right. All Comments Welcome!
Provided by Atomic-Annie
Categories Clear Soup
Time 33m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Brown the chicken breast in the butter, seasoning it with salt and pepper; set aside. Chop mortadella finely and combine in a bowl with the chicken, ricotta, 1 cup grated Romano, 1 egg, nutmeg, salt and pepper, and mix well.
- Heap the flour in a mound on a board and make a well in the center. Break in the 2 remaining eggs and knead into soft, smooth dough. Roll out into a thin (1/8" thick) sheet and cut into 1-1/4" circles (you can use a small juice glass).
- To make tortellini, place a little of the filling in the center of each circle and fold the pasta in half, pressing it around the edges to seal in filling. Then wind the folded edge around the tip of your index finger and press the 2 ends together to form a ring.
- Bring chicken broth to a simmer.
- Bring the stock to a boil. Drop in tortellini and cook until al dente, about 3-4 minutes. Drain and serve in bowls of broth, passing remaining grated cheese.
ESCAROLE SOUP WITH TORTELLINI
Let's go Italian! This soup is Yummy. Clipped out of a magazine and been making it ever since. I also serve it with grated parmesan, just 'cause we like it that way.
Provided by Judith N.
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 45m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- About 50 minutes before serving: Cut escarole into 2" pieces, discarding any tough ribs.
- Peel, seed, and dice tomatoes.
- Thinly slice carrots, chop onions.
- In 5 quart dutch oven over medium high heat, in hot oil, cook carrots and onion until they begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
- Add escarole and tomatoes and cook, stirring until vegetables are tender.
- Stir in chicken broth, beef-flavor bouillon, pepper and 5 cups water; over high heat, heat to boiling.
- Add tortellini and cook 5 minutes longer or until tortellini are tender.
- **NOTE: I also added 2 Tbsp soy sauce which helped to enhance the flavor of the broth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 243.9, Fat 8.8, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 18, Sodium 769.4, Carbohydrate 31.5, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 5.1, Protein 10.9
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients: Fresh escarole, tortellini, and broth will give your soup the best flavor.
- Don't overcook the escarole: Escarole should be tender but still have a slight crunch.
- Season to taste: Add salt and pepper to taste. You can also add additional herbs and spices, such as garlic, onion, or red pepper flakes.
- Serve immediately: Tortellini in broth is best served hot and fresh.
Conclusion:
Tortellini in broth with escarole is a delicious and easy-to-make soup. It's perfect for a quick and easy meal or a light lunch. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a hearty and flavorful soup that the whole family will enjoy.
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