Tortellini Soup

Approximate Macros: Calories: 525 | Protein: 30g | Carbs: 35g | Fats: 27g
Servings: 6

A cozy one-pot dinner with creamy tomato broth, cheesy tortellini, and hearty ground pork.

Ingredients

• 1 lb 90% lean ground pork

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes

• 6 cups beef stock

• 1 (20 oz) bag frozen cheese tortellini

• 3 cups spinach

• ¼ cup heavy cream (optional)

• ¼ cup parmesan cheese

• Chopped parsley, for garnish

• Salt and red chili flakes, to taste

Directions

1. Heat a large stock pot over medium heat.

2. Add olive oil and garlic. Sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

3. Add ground pork and cook through, breaking it up with a spoon. Remove and set aside.

4. In the same pot, combine crushed tomatoes, beef stock, Italian seasoning, and chili flakes (optional). Bring to a boil.

5. Add frozen tortellini. Reduce to a simmer and cook for 5–6 minutes until tender.

6. Stir in spinach and cooked pork. Simmer for another 1–2 minutes, until spinach wilts.

7. Add a splash of heavy cream if using. Adjust seasoning with salt to taste.

8. Serve hot and top with parmesan and chopped parsley.

Recipe Tips

• You can use ground turkey or beef instead of pork.

• For more fiber, toss in zucchini or mushrooms.