Ingredients
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Before diving into cooking, let’s gather our ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need for the Creamy Mushroom Tortellini Chowder:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced (your choice of variety)
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 package (9 ounces) fresh tortellini
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot and sauté onion for 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and mushrooms, sauté for another 5 minutes.
- Pour in the broth and bring to a simmer.
- Add tortellini and cook according to package instructions (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in heavy cream, thyme, salt, and pepper; heat through without boiling.
- Ladle into bowls, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, use vegetable broth.
- Feel free to add other vegetables or proteins as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian