Best 5 Tortellini Soup With Meatballs Recipes

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Tortellini soup with meatballs is a hearty Italian soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. The soup is made with a flavorful broth, tender tortellini, savory meatballs, and a variety of vegetables. The meatballs are made with a mixture of ground beef, pork, and veal, and are seasoned with Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, and herbs. The tortellini are filled with a mixture of ricotta cheese, spinach, and nutmeg. The soup is simmered until the tortellini and meatballs are cooked through, and is then served with a sprinkling of grated Parmesan cheese.

In addition to the classic tortellini soup with meatballs, the article also includes recipes for two variations on the soup: a vegetarian tortellini soup and a chicken tortellini soup. The vegetarian tortellini soup is made with a vegetable broth and a variety of vegetables, including carrots, celery, onions, and spinach. The chicken tortellini soup is made with a chicken broth and chicken meatballs. All three soups are delicious and easy to make, and are sure to please everyone at your table.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

MEATBALL AND TORTELLINI SOUP



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This soup is a mixture of my mother's recipe and my own adjustments. It is perfect for a cold day and is usually even better the next day. Simply put it back on the stove, add a little water if needed, and warm it up. There is a lot of prep, especially because of making the meatballs homemade, but it is so worth it. My very favorite soup and full of good ingredients! My kids and husband love it too! Serve with Parmesan cheese and toasted bread.

Provided by Leanne Wiechert

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Noodle Soup Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound ground beef
½ pound ground pork
⅛ cup finely chopped onion
½ tablespoon dried parsley
salt and ground black pepper to taste
3 quarts beef broth
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
3 small red potatoes, or more to taste, chopped
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped kale
½ cup trimmed green beans
¾ cup diced carrots
1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 pound frozen cheese tortellini

Steps:

  • Mix beef, pork, onion, and parsley together in a bowl. Season liberally with salt and some black pepper. Roll into small meatballs.
  • Bring beef broth to a boil in a large pot. Pour in tomato sauce. Add meatballs to the boiling soup. Reduce heat to medium and simmer, skimming off oily residue occasionally, about 1 hour. Add potatoes, onion, kale, green beans, carrots, garlic, basil, and Italian seasoning; simmer until vegetables are tender, 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Stir in frozen tortellini and continue to cook until heated through, about 10 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 432.4 calories, Carbohydrate 42.3 g, Cholesterol 78.3 mg, Fat 16.9 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 28.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 1611.9 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

MEATBALL SOUP WITH CHEESE TORTELLINI



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A perfect weeknight dinner! This Italian Meatball Soup recipe is full of tender, plump tortellini, mini meatballs and flavorful Parmesan cheese in a zesty tomato broth.

Provided by Blair Lonergan

Categories     Dinner     Main Course

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 small onion, diced (about 1 cup)
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 (28 oz) can petite diced tomatoes (not drained)
1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
4 cups beef broth (or more to thin the soup if desired)
1 (20 oz) package frozen Italian mini meatballs, thawed
20 ounces fresh refrigerated cheese tortellini pasta
½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese, plus additional for garnish
Salt and pepper, to taste
Chopped fresh basil or parsley, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook until starting to soften, about 2-3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 more minute.
  • Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, beef broth, and meatballs. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and simmer (uncovered) for 20 minutes.
  • Add tortellini and cook just until tender, about 5-7 more minutes.
  • Stir in Parmesan cheese. Taste and season with salt and pepper, if necessary.
  • Serve soup immediately, and garnish with additional cheese and fresh herbs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448 kcal, Carbohydrate 38 g, Protein 26 g, Fat 22 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 74 mg, Sodium 1155 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 8 g, ServingSize 1 cup

MEATBALL TORTELLINI SOUP



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"After our son left home, I had to learn to pare down recipes for just my husband and me," notes Sherry Little of Sherwood, Arkansas. "So I created this hearty soup with fast-cooking frozen meatballs."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium beef broth
12 frozen fully cooked Italian meatballs (1/2 ounce each)
3/4 cup fresh baby spinach
3/4 cup stewed tomatoes
1 can (11 ounces) Mexicorn, drained
3/4 cup frozen cheese tortellini (about 20)
Dash salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Add meatballs. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes. , Add the spinach, tomatoes and corn; cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Add the tortellini, salt and pepper; cover and simmer for 3 minutes or until tortellini is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 1138mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TORTELLINI SOUP WITH MEATBALLS



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A tasty alternative to regular chicken noodle soup. You can add other veggies to this also, for example some chopped spinach. The chicken-apple sausage give it a unique flavor. Yummy and makes a great, filling dinner. This can be frozen.

Provided by Diane Horn Talts

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Noodle Soup Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 24

extra-virgin olive oil
1 clove garlic, smashed
2 large carrots, chopped
2 ribs celery, sliced
1 bay leaf
4 sprigs fresh thyme
3 quarts low-sodium chicken broth
5 parsley stems
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste
kosher salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
6 links chicken-apple sausage. meat removed from casings
1 egg
¼ cup fresh parsley leaves, or to taste
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
kosher salt to taste
1 pinch freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 pounds frozen tortellini
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, or as desired
2 tablespoons olive oil, or as desired
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste

Steps:

  • Set a large stockpot over medium heat. Add extra-virgin olive oil, garlic, carrots, celery, bay leaf, and thyme. Gently cook and stir until fragrant, 5 to 7 minutes. Pour in chicken broth and add parsley stems. Add Parmesan cheese, kosher salt, and pepper. Bring soup to a boil, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat and allow to simmer while you make the meatballs.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a saute pan over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened and browned, about 10 minutes.
  • Transfer cooked onion to the bowl of a food processor. Add sausage, egg, parsley, Parmesan cheese, and thyme. Season meatball mixture with salt and pepper.
  • Add remaining olive oil to the skillet and warm over medium heat until just smoking. Use a small scoop to drop meatball mixture onto the skillet. Cook meatballs, turning frequently, until golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Drop frozen tortellini into simmering soup and cook until they float, 3 to 5 minutes. Add browned meatballs to soup and return to a simmer. Season with salt and pepper. Serve soup in shallow bowls with a shower of Parmesan cheese, olive oil, and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 531.6 calories, Carbohydrate 49.4 g, Cholesterol 128 mg, Fat 26.6 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 26.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 848.2 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

MEATBALL-TORTELLINI SOUP



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces ground beef chuck
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, plus more for topping
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 clove garlic, grated
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 carrots, diced
2 stalks celery, diced
1 quart low-sodium chicken broth
1 9-ounce package refrigerated cheese tortellini
4 cups loosely packed baby spinach (about 3 ounces)

Steps:

  • Combine the beef, parmesan, 2 tablespoons parsley, the egg, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste in a medium bowl; mix with your hands until just combined. Form into 1-inch meatballs; set aside.
  • Heat the olive oil in a pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs and cook, turning, until golden, 3 to 4 minutes; remove to a plate. Add the carrots and celery to the pot; cook, stirring, until just softened, about 5 minutes. Add the broth and 3 cups water; bring to a boil. Return the meatballs to the pot along with the remaining 2 tablespoons parsley and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Simmer until the meatballs are just cooked through, about 2 minutes.
  • Add the tortellini and cook until they float to the top, about 4 minutes. Add the spinach and cook, stirring, until wilted, 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper. Top with more parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 474 calorie, Fat 23 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Cholesterol 147 milligrams, Sodium 1065 milligrams, Carbohydrate 37 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 27 grams

Tips for Making Tortellini Soup with Meatballs:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the taste of your soup. Look for high-quality ground beef, Italian sausage, and fresh vegetables.
  • Don't overcook the tortellini: Tortellini should be cooked until al dente, or slightly firm to the bite. Overcooked tortellini will become mushy and ruin the texture of your soup.
  • Make sure the soup is well-seasoned: Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder are essential seasonings for tortellini soup. You can also add other herbs and spices to taste, such as basil, oregano, or red pepper flakes.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many ways to make tortellini soup. You can add different vegetables, meats, or cheeses to create your own unique recipe. Get creative and have fun with it!

Conclusion:

Tortellini soup with meatballs is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a relatively easy soup to make, so it is perfect for busy weeknights. With a few simple tips, you can make a tortellini soup that your whole family will love. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this tortellini soup with meatballs a try. You won't be disappointed!

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