Slow Cooker Tomato Tortellini Soup with Ground Beef
Warm up with this hearty slow cooker tortellini soup packed with savory ground beef, cheesy tortellini, and rich tomato broth. It’s the ultimate comfort food for chilly nights and an easy family dinner recipe you can set and forget! Perfect for weeknight meals, meal prep, and anyone craving a creamy, beefy twist on classic tomato soup.
Ingredients:
1 pound ground beef
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups beef broth
1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and black pepper to taste
9 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
2 cups fresh spinach
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)
Instructions:
1. Brown the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with the diced onion and minced garlic until fully browned. Drain excess fat.
2. Slow Cook: Transfer the beef mixture to your slow cooker. Stir in the beef broth, crushed tomatoes, dried basil, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
3. Set It and Forget It: Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours.
4. Add Tortellini & Spinach: About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the cheese tortellini and fresh spinach. Continue cooking until tortellini is tender.
5. Serve & Enjoy: Ladle into bowls, sprinkle with grated Parmesan, and enjoy your comforting tomato beef tortellini soup!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
Easy one-pot slow cooker meal
Packed with protein, veggies, and cheesy pasta
Great for freezing and reheating
Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends
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