Tortellini En Brodo Soup Recipe
Tortellini en brodo is a classic Italian soup made by simmering delicate tortellini in a warm, flavorful broth. It’s simple, comforting, and ready in minutes once the broth is heated. Serve with plenty of Parmigiano and crusty bread for an elegant holiday starter or an easy weeknight meal.
Servings: 4 -6 servings
Ingredients
Tortellini en Brodo Soup Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh or frozen tortellini filled with cheese
- 6 cups chicken broth or stock vegetable broth or stock
- Freshly ground pepper optional, for serving
- Extra-virgin olive oil optional, for serving)
- Freshly grated Parmigiano cheese for serving
Homemade Chicken Broth
- 1 cooked whole chicken carcass skin and meat removed
- 1 whole onion cut in half outer layer removed
- 1 large carrot whole or cut in half
- 2 celery ribs with leaves cut in half
- 1 clove garlic peeled
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary add other favorite fresh herbs
- 1 teaspoon Sea Salt or to taste
- Water
Instructions
Homemade Chicken Broth
- Place all chicken broth ingredients in a large pot, soup kettle, or Dutch oven. Cover with water just enough so all ingredients are submerged. Bring to a boil on high heat. Let boil for a few minutes then reduce heat until it is just at a simmer. Simmer, uncovered, for 2-3 hours, skimming foam from top as necessary.
- Strain broth through a colander, or sieve. Discard the vegetables and herbs.
Tortellini en Brodo Soup
- Bring 6 cups of homemade chicken broth to a boil.
- Add the tortellini pasta and boil for 3-4 minutes or until al dente (according to package instructions).
- Serve with freshly grated Parmigiano cheese and freshly ground black pepper, and/or a good drizzle of olive oil if desired. Serve with my no knead Italian bread.
Notes
- Simmer gently: Keep the broth at a low simmer so it stays clear and the tortellini don’t burst.
- Cook to order: Add only the tortellini you plan to serve so they stay tender, not mushy.
- Season last: Taste the broth before salting—Parmigiano and store-bought broth can be salty on their own.
Nutrition
Calories: 395kcal | Carbohydrates: 56g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 2409mg | Potassium: 208mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 2649IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 196mg | Iron: 3mg
