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Spinach and Artichoke Dip Tortellini Soup

[heart_this] · Feb 10, 2014 · 48 Comments

Spinach and Artichoke Dip Tortellini Soup

All of the flavours of spinach and artichoke dip in a soup with cheese tortellini.

I am a huge fan of spinach and artichoke dip! I mean what’s not to love? Hot melted cheese, spinach and artichokes! So when I came across the idea of an artichoke dip soup on Oh Sweet Basil I knew that I would have to try making a spinach and artichoke dip soup! I started the soup off with the basics from the spinach and artichoke dip including chopped artichokes, spinach, cream cheese and parmesan (I omitted the mayo) and then I turned it into a soup by adding broth and milk (or cream). At this point I knew that the soup would taste great but I wanted something a little heartier; at first I was going to add chicken and/or white beans like I did in the jalapeno popper soup but then I thought that cheese tortellini would be a great idea. I have to say that this spinach and artichoke dip tortellini soup turned out even better than I imagined! If you are a fan of spinach and artichoke dip you simply must try this soup!

Spinach and Artichoke Dip Tortellini Soup
Grab your crackers or crostini and start dipping! I mean your spoon and start slurping… this is a soup not a dip. 🙂

Spinach and Artichoke Dip Tortellini Soup
Spinach and Artichoke Dip Tortellini Soup

Spinach and Artichoke Dip Tortellini Soup

Spinach and Artichoke Dip Tortellini Soup

Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Servings: 4

All of the flavours of spinach and artichoke dip in a soup with cheese tortellini.

ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons flour (rice flour for gluten free)
  • 4 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth
  • 1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, coarsely chopped
  • 8 ounces cheese tortellini (gluten free for gluten free)
  • 4 ounces low fat cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup parmigiano reggiano (parmesan), grated
  • 8 ounces spinach, coarsely chopped
  • 1 cup milk or cream
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • cayenne to taste (optional)
directions
  1. Melt the butter in a pan over medium heat, add the onion and cook until tender, about 5-7 minute.
  2. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about a minute.
  3. Add the flour and cook for another minute.
  4. Add the broth, artichokes and tortellini, bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer until the tortellini is tender, about 10 minutes.
  5. Add the cheeses, let them melt, add the spinach, let it wilt, add the milk, season with salt, pepper and cayenne to taste and remove from heat.
Option: Omit the tortellini to make the soup more of an appetizer rather than a complete meal.
Option: Replace the tortellini with cooked, shredded chicken and/or white beans. (If you add white beans, pureed half of them and use them as the thickening agent instead of the flout.)
Option: Add sliced sun-dried tomatoes.
Option: Add bacon!
Nutrition Facts: Calories 465, Fat 20g (Saturated 11g, Trans 0), Cholesterol 70mg, Sodium 911mg, Carbs 51g (Fiber 8g, Sugars 8g), Protein 22g

Nutrition by: Nutritional facts powered by Edamam
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Comments

  1. Jenny says

    February 10, 2014 at 1:41 pm

    This might be the best soup ever! Making….today!

    Reply
  2. Maria says

    February 10, 2014 at 1:51 pm

    LOVE this recipe!

    Reply
  3. Erin | The Law Students Wife says

    February 10, 2014 at 2:15 pm

    The max cheese factor in this soup is undeniable! Hello winter warm up.

    Reply
  4. Melanie @ Carmel Moments says

    February 10, 2014 at 2:18 pm

    I'm a huge fan of spinach artichoke dip too. And this soup looks amazing! Those flavors together have to be nothing less than fabulous! Pinning!

    Reply
  5. Michelle @ Brown Eyed Baker says

    February 10, 2014 at 3:01 pm

    Ahhh, love this! Such a fabulous idea!

    Reply
  6. panacea911 says

    February 10, 2014 at 3:14 pm

    Made your cauliflower pizza dish and loved it…can't wait to try this one!

    Reply
  7. Julie @ Table for Two says

    February 10, 2014 at 3:17 pm

    What a great combination with the best of both worlds! This soup could totally act like a dip and be a delicious soup at the same time!

    Reply
  8. marla {Family Fresh Cooking} says

    February 10, 2014 at 4:19 pm

    This looks hearty & awesome!! Sharing on FB at dinner time 🙂

    Reply
  9. Carrian Cheney says

    February 10, 2014 at 4:43 pm

    Love this soup and that crusty bread with it. That is a must at my house!

    Reply
  10. Heather Christo says

    February 10, 2014 at 5:18 pm

    pretty much drool worthy Kevin!

    Reply
  11. Shibi Thomas says

    February 10, 2014 at 5:54 pm

    Its perfect for this weather. Nice soup recipe!!!

    Reply
  12. Becca @ Amuse Your Bouche says

    February 10, 2014 at 6:09 pm

    Ahhh Kevin this looks incredible! So creamy, love it! Sharing on FB 🙂

    Reply
  13. Katrina @ Warm Vanilla Sugar says

    February 10, 2014 at 6:13 pm

    You are totally rocking my world with this soup!! I love it!

    Reply
  14. Ilona @ Ilona's Passion says

    February 10, 2014 at 6:22 pm

    This sounds amazing, I love spinach!

    Reply
  15. Helen @ Scrummy Lane says

    February 10, 2014 at 7:13 pm

    I've just eaten a hearty dinner, but this is making me hungry again! It looks like a cross between a saucy pasta dish and a soup – lovely! Particularly love that you have that crostini to dip in … great idea!

    Reply
  16. Ana Rebolledo says

    February 10, 2014 at 7:26 pm

    this sounds amaaaaaazing. Trying it this week

    Reply
  17. Leslie says

    February 10, 2014 at 8:32 pm

    my favorite dip made into a soup???It cant be true!

    Reply
  18. Gaby says

    February 10, 2014 at 9:23 pm

    This is incredible! I must have it soon!

    Reply
  19. Jeanette says

    February 10, 2014 at 9:39 pm

    What a rich and hearty winter soup Kevin – I'd want to curl up on my couch with a blanket and a bowl of this.

    Reply
  20. We Are Not Martha says

    February 11, 2014 at 2:36 am

    This could totally make me fall in love with soup!

    Sues

    Reply
  21. Tieghan says

    February 11, 2014 at 4:11 am

    I have some tortellini in the fridge now and this is going to be made! Looks so good!

    Reply
  22. cindi says

    February 11, 2014 at 4:15 am

    Made it tonight and my son in law who doesn't like soup ate a huge bowl! Delicious. Thanks!

    Reply
  23. Chung-Ah | Damn Delicious says

    February 11, 2014 at 8:05 am

    This is pure comfort in a bowl – perfect for a chilly night!

    Reply
  24. kevin says

    February 11, 2014 at 9:37 am

    cindi: I am glad you enjoyed it1

    Reply
  25. Joanne says

    February 11, 2014 at 11:42 am

    Ultimate comfort food!! I want to dive into a bowl of it!

    Reply
  26. Cheri Savory Spoon says

    February 12, 2014 at 1:47 am

    This is beautiful! Love this combination. Can't wait to make this!

    Reply
  27. Kiran @ KiranTarun.com says

    February 12, 2014 at 4:51 am

    Dip into soup?!? YUM 🙂

    Reply
  28. Elizabeth BElill says

    February 14, 2014 at 2:02 pm

    Made it last night! Dynamite…delicious! All gone!

    Reply
  29. kevin says

    February 14, 2014 at 2:03 pm

    Elizabeth BElill: I am glad that you enjoyed it!

    Reply
  30. Sam says

    February 18, 2014 at 1:23 am

    Just made this for dinner and it was delicious! I thought the cream cheese would be weird but it wasn't, and my boyfriend even enjoyed it despite his doubts about the spinach and artichokes.

    Reply
  31. Anonymous says

    February 19, 2014 at 6:38 am

    Thank you so much, just made this (not really a cook at all) and it was incredible!

    Reply
  32. kevin says

    February 23, 2014 at 10:23 pm

    Sam: Cream cheese works well in soups and when you only use a little it does not overwhelm in any way. Glad you liked it!

    Reply
  33. Hopeful Tides says

    July 26, 2014 at 4:59 pm

    One of my favorites! Thank you!!!

    Reply
  34. Anonymous says

    September 25, 2014 at 8:06 pm

    What are crockpot instructions?

    Reply
  35. kevin says

    October 4, 2014 at 2:28 pm

    Anonymous : This does not really translate well to a slow cooker but you could put everything up to and including the artichoke hearts into the slow cooker on low and when ready turn it up to high, add the tortellini and cook until tender and then follow step 5.

    Reply
  36. Shelby Messer says

    February 23, 2015 at 5:06 pm

    Kevin do you drain the artichoke hearts? Fresh or frozen spinach?

    Reply
  37. kevin says

    February 23, 2015 at 5:13 pm

    Shelby Messer: Drain the artichoke hearts and fresh or frozen spinach. I like to use fresh baby spinach for the milder flavour but frozen works as well and it's more pantry friendly.

    Reply
  38. jay babe8 says

    November 10, 2016 at 5:14 pm

    Hi! How can I make the soup thicker? Should I cook it longer at the end, or add less milk and more cream cheese/parmesean?

    Reply
  39. kevin says

    November 11, 2016 at 3:09 pm

    jay babe8: Increase the flour added in step three by 1-2 tablespoons to make it thicker. You could also use less milk or replace the milk with cream but the flour is the easiest way to make it thicker. Enjoy!

    Reply
  40. jay babe8 says

    July 8, 2017 at 5:01 pm

    thanks Kevin!

    Reply
  41. CR says

    July 13, 2019 at 7:49 pm

    I would like to freeze some. But wonder if it would be a bad idea.

    Reply
    • kevin says

      July 14, 2019 at 8:41 am

      This soup freezes well!

      Reply
  42. Pamela J Pick says

    March 17, 2022 at 7:31 pm

    This soup is unbelievable. It’s like the ultimate mac n cheese! I was wondering if it can be frozen?

    Reply
    • kevin says

      March 21, 2022 at 9:56 am

      I’m glad you like it! You can freeze this soup!

      Reply
  43. Katrina says

    May 26, 2022 at 6:56 am

    Not a recipe you have post we did not like your recipes are so simple delicious love them all keep up awesome work

    Reply

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