A cozy, creamy fall soup made with cheese tortellini, pumpkin, kale, and herbs — perfect for chilly evenings.
1 tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
2 carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
1 cup pumpkin purée
1 tsp dried thyme
1 bay leaf
1 pinch ground nutmeg
Salt and pepper to taste
9 oz fresh cheese tortellini
2 cups chopped kale (stems removed)
½ cup heavy cream
Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion, carrots, and celery for 5–7 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 more minute.
Stir in broth and pumpkin purée. Whisk until smooth. Add thyme, nutmeg, and bay leaf. Simmer 10–15 minutes.
Add tortellini and cook until al dente, about 5–7 minutes.
Stir in kale and cook until wilted. Add cream and stir gently. Season with salt and pepper.
Remove bay leaf. Serve hot with Parmesan if desired.
Use spinach instead of kale if preferred.
Add cooked sausage or chicken for extra protein.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Freeze without tortellini and cream for better texture.