Creamy Tortellini Soup Recipe with Ham

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What better way to warm up this fall than with this ultra Creamy Tortellini Soup Recipe with cured pieces of ham, beans, veggies and delicious cheese filled tortellini? There is no better way, especially when this tortellini soup takes under 40 minutes to make.

This is a sponsored post for Clifty Farm Country Meats. All opinions are 100% honest and my own.

And this is a full meal guys. Pair this creamy Tortellini soup with some crusty buttered French bread and you've got yourself a meal. A hearty, soul warming meal.

The ham really adds a salty, meaty goodness to this thick and creamy soup, while the peas and spinach add a touch of freshness. It's the perfect balance of fresh and meaty - with the pasta and beans to thicken it up and make it ultra comforting.

And I don't know about you, but I'm all about one pot meals that take under an hour. And are great leftover. Like this Instant Pot Ham and Potato Soup we are also loving!

Why This Recipe Works

1. Addition of ham adds a nice meatiness to the soup;
2. The soup is made with a light roux, which helps to thicken it up. Learn more about How to make Roux in this post;
3. White beans are added for extra creaminess;
4. Parmesan cheese added at the end adds the perfect nutty flavor;
5. The whole soup takes less than an hour to make.

Clifty Farm Country Meats

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Step By Step Instructions

Heat the flour and butter in a dutch oven over medium heat. stir continuously until a light roux forms, about 2 minutes.

Add the onions and garlic and stir to combine. Cook for 3-4 minutes, until softened. Add the ham.

SLOWLY add the white wine and cook for about 30 seconds. SLOWLY add the warmed milk and cook for 30 seconds.

Add the pork broth, while stirring continuously. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 5 minutes.

Add the cream, peas, beans, nutmeg, pepper and salt and cook simmer another 5 minutes.

Add the spinach and stir until spinach wilts and easily mixes in with the soup.

Add the tortellini and cook for about 5-7 minutes, until the pasta is fully cooked through. Stir in the Parmesan cheese.

Add additional salt to taste, garnish with chives and serve with crusty bread.

Expert Tips

1. Use bacon fat (or duck/goose/pork fat) in place of butter for an even meatier tasting soup;
2. Dried, fresh or frozen tortellini can be used in this dish. I use frozen as it's easiest to store and use when I'm ready. It should only take a few minutes to cook (check your package instructions) regardless of which you use.
3. When adding liquid to the roux, ensure the liquid is warm or room temperature. Adding cold liquid to hot roux can cause it to become lumpy.
4. When adding liquid to the roux, be sure to stir constantly and add the liquid SLOWLY to keep lumps from forming.
5. Stir the milk constantly when you first add it to prevent it from sticking to the bottom and burning.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do I thicken tortellini soup? Mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with one tablespoon of water until dissolved. Slowly pour it into the soup while stirring. It should start to thicken. Add more for an even thicker soup.
2. What if my soup is too thick? If your soup is too thick, add additional milk or broth until it reaches desired consistency. You may need to add additional seasonings depending on how much liquid you added.
3. How long will tortellini soup last? Leftovers will last stored in the fridge (covered) for about 3-5 days.
4. Can you freeze tortellini soup? If you plan to freeze the soup, I recommend making it without the tortellini and freezing it in a airtight container. Thaw in the fridge overnight and heat on the stove until simmering. Add the tortellini and cook through. Note the soup may be slightly lumpy due to the cream curdling.
5. Can you reheat soup with cream in it? You can, but you risk the cream curdling, giving the soup a lumpier texture. The flavor will still be good however.

All the Creamy Soup Recipes!

• Curry Pumpkin Soup;
• Creamy Butternut Squash Soup;
• Creamy Crawfish Bisque;
• Singapore Laksa;
• Chicken Curry Stew.

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