Tomato Tortellini Bisque

Serve up a bowl of this easy Tomato Tortellini Bisque for a warm, comforting meal on a cold winter evening. With a creamy sauce, rich tomato flavor, and spoonfuls of cheesy pasta, you can’t go wrong with this savory soup! Plus, it’s fast and easy enough to make for an easy weeknight meal.

What’s your favorite type of comfort food? One of mine is tomato soup, especially a deliciously creamy bisque. Then add in some cheesy tortellini and I’m weak in the knees. Serve it with a Roasted Red Pepper Caprese Grilled Cheese and Iceberg Wedge Salad or just with buttered slice of this delicious Italian bread or some Homemade Buttermilk Biscuits!

And what can be more of a hit in this house than a one-pot dish?

What’s the difference between a soup and a bisque?

You might be wondering, what makes a soup into a bisque? There isn’t a single definition of a bisque, but generally, bisques are thicker, creamy soups made with vegetables or seafood. The addition of heavy cream or milk makes a bisque more luxurious than a normal soup.

Ingredients for Tomato Tortellini Bisque

Most of the simple ingredients needed for this cheesy tortellini bisque are seasonings, so overall you really don’t need anything too fancy to pull this dish together.

• 32 ounces vegetable stock
• 28-ounce can of crushed tomatoes
• 1 ½ teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 19-ounce package of refrigerated cheese tortellini
• ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
• 4 fresh basil leaves, cut into ribbons

How to make Tomato Bisque with Tortellini

This creamy tomato soup comes together quickly and easily for the whole family to enjoy! Here’s how to make it:

1. First, choose a large pot for making your bisque. I like to use a large stock pot. Fill it with vegetable broth or stock, crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Combine this all together and cook over medium heat for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2. If desired, use an immersion blender to puree the tomatoes into the soup.
3. Add the heavy cream and fresh tortellini, stirring to coat and combine. Cook for another 8-10 minutes or until tortellini is tender.
4. Ladle the tomato bisque into bowls, sprinkle with fresh Parmesan cheese, and top with fresh basil. Serve it with some warm garlic bread and a salad for a complete meal!

Recipe Variations

• Add crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
• Stir in some fresh baby spinach to add a little veggies to your bisque.
• Cook some Italian sausage and stir it into your bisque.

FAQs

How do I store leftover Tomato Tortellini Soup?

Once the soup cools completely, refrigerate any leftover bisque in an airtight container for 3-4 days. For longer storage, you can freeze it in an airtight, freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

To reheat tomato bisque, warm it on the stovetop or in the microwave until heated through!

Can I make Tomato Tortellini Bisque ahead of time?

While this creamy tortellini soup is delicious freshly made, it does thicken in the refrigerator and tastes even better the next day! You can make tomato bisque up to 3 days in advance, then reheat it gently on the stovetop until warmed through when ready to serve it.

Can I use frozen tortellini in this recipe?

Yes, you can use frozen cheese tortellini instead of fresh. I like this option because it’s usually a bit cheaper. Increase the cooking time in the second step by a few extra minutes.

Looking for more soup recipes? Try one of these next time:

Soup is one of my favorite things to make during the fall and winter months, so I’ve got a whole bunch of recipes for soup here on the blog. These are a few of my favorites:

• Broccoli Cheese Soup might be my favorite soup! Making it at home is even better than the restaurant versions, and it is amazing in a bread bowl!
• This Easy Vegetable Soup is the perfect mix of fresh and canned vegetables, making it easy to throw together on a busy day. Feel free to substitute your favorite veggies in this easily adaptable recipe.
• What to do with that leftover Thanksgiving turkey? Try making this Turkey Pot Pie Soup! I’ve adapted my favorite pot pie recipe by switching out the chicken for turkey, adding extra cheese, and making it into a soup. You’re going to love it!
• This fresh Tortilla Soup is a fun dish to make for a Mexican-inspired meal. It’s full of peppers, tomatoes, and just enough spice to wake you up!
• This isn’t the canned stuff. My homemade Cream of Mushroom Soup uses tender mushrooms cooked in a rich, creamy broth with a touch of brandy. This is luxurious comfort food at its finest!

This post was originally published in August, 2012. It has been updated in format and with pictures on December 20, 2023.