Slow Cooker Tomato Tortellini Soup with Ground Beef

Here’s a hearty Slow Cooker Tomato Tortellini Soup with Ground Beef recipe—rich, comforting, and perfect for a cozy meal.

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Slow Cooker Tomato Tortellini Soup with Ground Beef

Serves: 4–6

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef

• 1 medium onion, diced

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes

• 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes

• 4 cups beef or chicken broth

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

• Salt and black pepper to taste

• 9–12 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)

• 2 cups fresh spinach or kale (optional, for greens)

• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)

• Fresh basil or parsley for garnish

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Instructions

1️⃣ Brown the beef

1. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with diced onion and garlic until beef is browned and onions are soft.

2. Drain excess fat.

2️⃣ Combine in slow cooker

1. Transfer the beef mixture to the slow cooker.

2. Add crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, broth, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.

3. Stir to combine.

3️⃣ Cook the soup

1. Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours.

2. Taste and adjust seasonings before adding tortellini.

4️⃣ Add tortellini and greens

1. About 15–20 minutes before serving, stir in tortellini and fresh spinach/kale.

2. Cover and cook until tortellini are tender (check package for exact timing).

5️⃣ Serve

• Ladle soup into bowls.

• Top with grated Parmesan and fresh basil or parsley.

• Serve with crusty bread if desired.

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Tips

• Cheese tortellini works best, but meat tortellini can also be used.

• Make it freezer-friendly: Don’t cook the tortellini; freeze the soup base separately, then cook tortellini fresh.

• Extra flavor: Add a splash of balsamic vinegar or a pinch of sugar to balance the tomato acidity.

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I can also give a one-pot stovetop version that makes this soup in under 30 minutes if you want it faster. Do you want me to share that?