Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 tbsp

olive oil

1 unit

onion

medium

2 tbsp

garlic

minced

3 unit

carrots

coined

3 stalk

celery

diced

29 oz

chicken broth

14.5 oz

water

1 pkg

refrigerated tortellinis

1 tsp

ground nutmeg

1 tbsp

dried Parsley

1 tbsp

Parmesan cheese

grated

Step 1
~3 min

Heat olive oil in a soup pot over medium heat.

Step 2
~3 min

Sauté onions for 3 minutes until softened.

Step 3
~3 min

Add minced garlic, diced carrots, and diced celery to the pot.

Step 4
~3 min

Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5
~3 min

Pour in chicken broth and water.

Step 6
~3 min

Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 7
~3 min

Add refrigerated tortellini to the boiling soup.

Step 8
~3 min

Reduce heat and simmer for 7 minutes, or until tortellini are cooked through.

Step 9
~3 min

Stir in dried parsley and ground nutmeg.

Step 10
~3 min

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 11
~3 min

Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 12
~3 min

Optional: Serve with biscuits.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Freshly grated nutmeg is highly recommended for the best flavor.

Add a squeeze of lemon juice for brightness.

Adjust the amount of Parmesan cheese to your preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Soup can be made a day ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crusty bread or garlic bread.

Serve with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic Bread
Side Salad
Biscuits

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

Common Italian comfort food.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Thanksgiving

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Cold Weather
Family Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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