30-minute Tortellini Spinach Parmesan Soup

When life gets busy, it's essential to have a few go-to recipes that are not only delicious but also quick and hassle-free. This meatball tortellini dish featuring jarred marinara sauce, frozen meatballs, Parmesan cheese, and spinach is one such lifesaver. It's as simple as it gets!

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Author: Lauren Lane

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30-minute Tortellini Spinach Parmesan Soup

30-minute Tortellini Spinach Parmesan Soup is perfect for an easy weeknight meal because it only takes a few minutes of hands-on time and can be on the table in 30-minutes!

Prep time: 10 MinCook time: 20 MinTotal time: 30 Min

Ingredients

• 1 lb frozen fully cooked frozen meatballs (mini work best but regular will do)
• 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 Tablespoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon garlic salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 2 cartons (32 ounces each) chicken stock
• parmesan rind (optional but worth it)
• 2 cups frozen cheese tortellini (about 8 ounces)
• 3 ounces of kale or fresh baby spinach, roughly chopped if large leaves (about 4 cups) note: Kale keeps better in the soup if not eating it right away.
• Serve with grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Instructions

1. Add the first 7 ingredients to a large pot; bring to a boil.
2. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 15 minutes.
3. Return to a boil. Add tortellini; cook, uncovered, until meatballs are heated through and tortellini are tender, 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in spinach until wilted. Serve immediately. If desired, top with parmesan cheese.

Notes

• Since there are so few ingredients, use the highest quality meatballs you can.
• The recipe can be halved.
• Add the spinach (if using)at the last minute to retain it's color.
• Plan on serving the soup soon after adding the tortellini and spinach for the best texture.
• If you have extra time, saute one small onion and 2 cloves of garlic before step number one. You could also add chopped carrot.
• Add a splash of cream if desired
• I like adding some red pepper to mine for some heat.
• Sub homemade meatballs and homemade marinara for store-bought if desired.
• Fully cooked Italian sausage, cut into half-moon slices, can be substituted for meatballs.

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