Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
10 oz

cheese tortilini

1 lb

turkey ground

1 bunch

spinach

halved

0.5 cup

italian seasoned bread crumbs

1 cup

parmesan cheese

3 unit

carrots

chopped

3 unit

celery

chopped

1 unit

onion

chopped

2 tbsp

oil

3 unit

garlic

minced

1 unit

eggs

Step 1
~3 min

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2
~3 min

Add chopped carrots, celery, and onions to the pot.

Step 3
~3 min

Add minced garlic and salt to the vegetables.

Step 4
~3 min

Sauté the vegetables for about 10 minutes, until softened.

Step 5
~3 min

In a separate bowl, combine ground turkey, egg, Italian seasoned bread crumbs, 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, and parsley.

Step 6
~3 min

Mix the ingredients well to combine.

Step 7
~3 min

Form the mixture into small to medium-sized meatballs.

Step 8
~3 min

Add chicken broth to the pot with the sautéed vegetables.

Step 9
~3 min

Bring the broth to a boil.

Step 10
~3 min

Add 1/2 cup of parmesan cheese to the broth.

Step 11
~3 min

Reduce the heat to a simmer and gently add the turkey meatballs.

Step 12
~3 min

Cook the meatballs for 5 minutes.

Step 13
~3 min

Add the cheese tortellini to the soup.

Step 14
~3 min

Simmer for 5 minutes, until the tortellini are cooked through.

Step 15
~3 min

Add the halved spinach to the soup.

Step 16
~3 min

Stir the spinach in to wilt.

Step 17
~3 min

Cook for another 2 minutes, until the spinach is tender.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a bay leaf for extra flavor.

Use homemade chicken broth for the best taste.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The meatballs can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crusty bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic bread
Side salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy, USA

Cultural Significance

A comforting and family-friendly meal.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Cold weather

Popularity Score

65/100

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