SLOW COOKER CREAMY TORTELLINI SPINACH SOUP

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Thick, rich, and hearty, this vegetarian soup is the perfect comforting end to a cool day. Tortellini, spinach, tomatoes, and cheese - what could go wrong?! Just add sausage for the meat-eaters.

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 5h20m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 medium yellow onion (diced (about 1 cup))
2 medium carrots (peeled and chopped (about 3/4 cup))
2 medium cloves garlic (minced (about 2 teaspoons))
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano*
1/2 teaspoon dried basil*
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon kosher salt + more to taste
1/2 teaspoon black pepper + more to taste
1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
4 cups 1 32-ounce box vegetable broth
1 12-ounce package dry cheese tortellini
4 cups about 4 ounces packed baby spinach
1 cup half-and-half
1/2 cup 2 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup 1 ounce grated Parmesan cheese
Ground sweet Italian sausage (3/4 pound if adding to all; use about 1/3 pound if adding to half)

Steps:

  • Add the carrots, onion, garlic, spices, tomatoes and broth to the slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on low until the carrots are tender, 3-6 hours (time varies depending on your slow cooker. If you cook it for longer - say, 8 hours - it won't hurt).
  • Add the tortellini to the slow cooker, stir to combine, cover, and cook on high 20 minutes.
  • Add the spinach, stir until wilted, cover again, and cook another 5 minutes.
  • Warm the half and half in the microwave for 30 seconds. Add the cream, mozzarella, and Parmesan to the slow cooker. Stir until thoroughly combined and turn off the heat.
  • Remove bay leaf. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
  • If adding sausage, place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add sausage to the pan and brown, breaking into small pieces with a spatula or wooden spoon as it cooks. Add cooked sausage to individual servings.

Olivea Etherton
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the tortellini and the spinach.


Brandon Martinez
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I've never made tortellini soup before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. I'm definitely going to make it again.


Ff Mm
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This soup is delicious! I love the creamy texture and the flavor of the spinach and tortellini.


Satrughan Singh
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my soup turned out really watery. I think I might have added too much broth.


Bahana Islam
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's so warm and comforting.


Jehad ME
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I love that this soup is so easy to make. I just threw all the ingredients in my slow cooker and let it cook all day.


Delia Herrera
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This soup was a little bland for my taste. I added some extra salt and pepper, and it was much better.


Niraj Sah
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I've made this soup several times now, and it's always a hit. It's my go-to recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Maria Moni
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I'm not a huge fan of spinach, but I really enjoyed this soup. The flavors were well-balanced, and the spinach wasn't overpowering.


RANA BOSS
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover tortellini. It's also a great meal to take to work for lunch.


Marlon47
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I made this soup for a potluck, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


liaqat vishal
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The soup was good, but I would have liked it to be a little thicker. Next time, I'll add some more cornstarch.


GRACE EHI
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This soup was easy to make and very flavorful. I will definitely be making it again.


Asanda Zamaxolo
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I was so disappointed with this soup. The flavors were bland, and the tortellini was mushy.


Fan Kakegurui
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This soup was delicious and comforting. Perfect for a cold winter day.


Dj Heavens
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I love that this soup is so versatile. I added some cooked chicken and vegetables, and it was even better!


Josh Botatgame
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This creamy tortellini spinach soup was a hit with my family! It was so easy to make in my slow cooker, and the flavors were incredible.