Description
A hearty and comforting Slow Cooker Tomato Tortellini Soup with Ground Beef, combining savory ground beef, flavorful tomatoes, tender cheese tortellini, and a touch of cream for a rich, satisfying meal that’s perfect for any day.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat & Vegetables
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup baby spinach (optional)
Liquids & Canned Goods
- 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can beef broth
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Other
- 1 (9-ounce) package refrigerated or frozen cheese tortellini
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Cook the beef and onion: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the beef is browned and the onion is soft, about 6–8 minutes. Drain excess grease to keep the soup from being too oily.
- Add garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant, enhancing the soup’s depth of flavor.
- Transfer to slow cooker: Move the cooked beef mixture into the slow cooker. Add crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Slow cook the soup: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6–7 hours or on high for 3–4 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the soup to thicken nicely.
- Add tortellini and cream: About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the cheese tortellini and heavy cream. Cover and continue cooking until tortellini is tender, ensuring a creamy and rich texture.
- Wilt spinach: Just before serving, stir in baby spinach if using. Allow it to wilt naturally in the hot soup, adding a fresh and healthy note.
- Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and top with grated Parmesan cheese for an added burst of savory flavor and a touch of elegance.
Notes
- Frozen tortellini can be used straight from the freezer—add 10 more minutes of cook time.
- Ground Italian sausage or turkey can be substituted for ground beef for different flavor profiles.
- For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes to taste.
