Hey there, today we gonna make some real simple Instant Pot Tortellini Soup with half-and-half! This soup’s creamy, full of flavor, and just so easy even I can do it. Don’t need no fancy skills or nothin’ – just pop it all in that Instant Pot and let it do its thing. You’re gonna feel real proud of yourself after this one, I promise!
What You Need
- One bag of tortellini – don’t matter much which kind, cheese or meat, use what ya got
- A carton of chicken broth, ‘bout 4 cups worth
- One cup of half-and-half for that creamy goodness
- Some diced tomatoes, a can will do just fine
- Garlic – couple cloves, chopped up nice
- Spinach – fresh if you got it, ‘bout 2 cups, but frozen works if that’s what ya got
- Some salt and pepper for taste
How to Make Instant Pot Tortellini Soup
Alright, here we go, nice and simple steps for ya:
- First off, turn on that Instant Pot to the sauté setting. Add a little oil if ya like, just enough so things don’t stick.
- Throw in your garlic. Let it cook till it smells nice – just a minute or two. Don’t need it burning!
- Now, pour in that chicken broth and them diced tomatoes. Give it a little stir. Smell that already? Oh, it’s gonna be good!
- Put in the tortellini now, close the lid, and set the Instant Pot to the “soup” setting. This gonna cook it just right, getting the broth nice and hot, but without over-boiling.
- After ‘bout 5 minutes on that setting, check the tortellini. If they’re soft, you’re good to go! Sometimes ya gotta give it a minute more, just depends on the pasta.
- Now open it up, throw in that spinach, and pour in the half-and-half. Give it a stir and switch to “sauté” again, just for a minute so it’s all warm and mixed together.
When that soup’s lookin’ nice and creamy, give it a taste. Add a pinch of salt and pepper if ya think it needs a little more flavor. And there ya go – hot, creamy, and so tasty it’ll make ya feel all warm inside!
Some Extra Tips
- Keep an eye on that tortellini – ya don’t wanna overcook it! Just 5-6 minutes on the soup setting usually does it. If it’s soft, it’s done, simple as that.
- If ya like it thicker, add more tortellini or even a little extra cheese. The half-and-half keeps it creamy, but more cheese makes it feel extra hearty!
- And hey, if ya don’t got no spinach, don’t sweat it – add any green veggies ya got, or just skip it altogether. The soup’s flexible.
That’s it – your Instant Pot Tortellini Soup with half-and-half is ready to enjoy! Ladle some in a big bowl, grab a spoon, and dig in. This one’s bound to be a favorite – creamy, warm, and real comforting.
Tags：[Instant Pot, Tortellini Soup, Half-and-Half, Creamy Soup, Easy Recipe]
