Description
A hearty and comforting soup filled with savory beef, tender cheese tortellini, and fresh spinach. Perfect for chilly days or quick weeknight dinners!
Ingredients
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- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 package (9 oz) cheese tortellini
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
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Sauté Aromatics:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking for 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
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Cook the Beef:
- Add the ground beef to the pot, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
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Add Broth and Tomatoes:
- Pour in the beef broth and diced tomatoes. Stir well and bring the mixture to a boil.
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Simmer and Season:
- Reduce the heat to a simmer. Add Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer for 10 minutes to enhance the flavors.
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Cook Tortellini:
- Stir in the cheese tortellini and cook according to package instructions, usually 3-5 minutes, until tender.
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Add Spinach:
- Stir in the chopped spinach and let it cook for 2 minutes until wilted. Adjust the seasoning if needed.
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Serve:
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg