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Tortellini Lasagna Soup

All of the lasagna flavor you love in a comforting bowl

Article by The Salty Marshmallow | thesaltymarshmallow.com

Photography by Dan Smith

Originally published in Manhattan City Lifestyle

Nichole and her partner in crime Dan, alongside their kids Bailey & Ethan, have completely changed the food blog game with their website, The Salty Marshmallow! Based out of right here in Manhattan, KS, they develop decadent recipes based around comfort food, baking, and healthy family eating! From delicious cookies, to simplified Instant Pot recipes, to this delicious Tortellini Lasagna Soup, be sure to stop by The Salty Marshmallow before you indulge in your next treat! 

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage
  • ½ medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves minced garlic
  • 2 teaspoons dried basil
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • pinch salt & black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 15 ounce can tomato sauce
  • 24 ounce jar marinara sauce
  • 20 ounce package cheese tortellini
  • For serving: shredded parmesan, mozzarella, and/or ricotta cheese

Instructions

  1. In a large soup pot or dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat.
  2. Add beef or sausage, onion, garlic, salt, and spices, breaking up the meat as you go. Cook until meat is no longer pink. Drain excess grease if necessary.
  3. Add tomato paste and stir constantly for one minute. Pour in broth, tomato sauce, and marinara sauce.
  4. Bring to a boil then reduce the heat to low. Add tortellini and cook 4-5 minutes until tortellini is tender.
  5. Serve with parmesan, mozzarella, and/or ricotta cheese if desired.