Cheeseburger Tortellini Soup

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Cheeseburger Tortellini Soup is a rich and creamy soup loaded with seasoned ground beef, tender cheese tortellini and plenty of melted cheddar cheese.

This hearty soup combines all the delicious flavours of a classic cheeseburger with cheesy pasta in one comforting bowl.

A creamy, cheesy broth with a little kick from Rotel tomatoes makes every spoonful irresistible.

Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy one-pot soup is perfect for busy weeknights when you're craving some serious comfort food.

Why This Recipe is a Winner!

• All the Flavours of a Cheeseburger: Seasoned ground beef, melted cheddar, Worcestershire sauce and savory toppings bring classic cheeseburger flavours to every spoonful.
• Ready in 40 Minutes: This hearty homemade soup comes together quickly, making it perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
• One-Pot Wonder: Everything cooks in one pot, which means less cleanup and more time to enjoy dinner.
• Family-Friendly Comfort Food: It's a fun twist on two family favourites: cheeseburgers and cheesy pasta.
• A Little Kick of Flavour: Rotel tomatoes and green chilies add just the right amount of zest without making the soup overly spicy.
• Fun Cheeseburger Toppings: Crispy bacon, extra shredded cheddar and homemade hamburger bun croutons take this soup to the next level.

Ingredients You'll Need

• Olive Oil: Used to brown the ground beef and cook the onions.
• Ground Beef: Gives the soup its hearty, classic cheeseburger flavour. Lean ground beef works best.
• Yellow Onion: Adds a subtle sweetness and savory flavour.
• Chopped Garlic: Adds aromatic flavour to the beef and broth.
• Worcestershire Sauce: Gives the soup a rich, savory cheeseburger flavour.
• Butter: Combines with the flour to create a rich, thickened soup base.
• All-Purpose Flour: Helps thicken the broth for a creamy consistency.
• Rotel Diced Tomatoes and Green Chilies: Adds a zesty kick and a little heat. Use the entire can, including the liquid.
• Chicken Broth: Forms the savory base of the soup.
• Half and Half: Makes the broth rich, smooth and creamy.
• Salt and Pepper: Enhance all the flavours in the soup.
• Paprika: Adds a subtle warmth and smoky flavour.
• Onion Powder: Boosts the savory onion flavour.
• Refrigerated Tortellini: I used cheese and bacon flavoured tortellini, but regular cheese tortellini works too.
• Shredded Cheddar Cheese: Melts into the broth for a rich, cheesy finish.

Printable Recipe Card with a Full List of Ingredients and Instructions is Located at the Bottom of the Post.

Be sure to read through the entire post so that you don't miss out on any important tips and tricks!

Step By Step Instructions

 STEP 1: 

I heated olive oil in a large dutch oven over medium-high heat.

I added ground beef to the pot.

 STEP 2: 

I added diced onions to the pot and cooked until the ground beef was fully browned.

 STEP 3: 

I added chopped garlic and Worcestershire sauce to the pot, stirred well and continued cooking for a couple minutes.

 STEP 4: 

I added butter to the pot and stirred until it melted.

I added all purpose flour, stirred well and continued cooking for 3 minutes.

 STEP 5: 

I added an undrained can of Rotel to the pot and stirred well.

I also added chicken broth and stirred until the broth thickened slightly.

 STEP 6: 

I added half and half, salt, pepper, paprika and onion powder to the pot and stirred well.

I brought the soup to a low boil.

 STEP 7: 

I added refrigerated tortellini to the pot and stirred well.

I reduced the heat to medium and left the soup to simmer for 15 minutes.

 STEP 8: 

I removed the pot from the heat and added shredded cheddar cheese.

I stirred just until the cheese was melted.

 STEP 9: 

I topped the soup with shredded cheddar, crumbled bacon and croutons.

Every spoonful of this Cheeseburger Tortellini Soup is loaded with juicy ground beef, tender cheese-filled pasta and a rich, creamy cheddar broth that's bursting with savory cheeseburger flavour.

Top it with crispy bacon, extra melted cheese and crunchy hamburger bun croutons for a hearty, cheesy bowl of comfort food that's impossible to resist.

If you are looking for a hearty soup recipe the whole family will enjoy, then you need to try this Cheeseburger Tortellini Soup!

• Use Lean Ground Beef: I recommend using lean ground beef to keep the soup from becoming too greasy. If using regular ground beef, drain off any excess grease after browning.
• Brown the Beef Well: Let the ground beef develop a little colour as it cooks for extra savory cheeseburger flavour.
• Don't Skip the Worcestershire Sauce: It adds a rich, savory depth that really brings out the cheeseburger flavour.
• Cook the Flour: Let the flour cook with the butter and beef for a few minutes to eliminate any raw flour taste and help thicken the soup.
• Use the Entire Can of Rotel: Don't drain the tomatoes and green chilies. The liquid adds extra flavour to the broth.
• Choose Your Favourite Tortellini: I used cheese and bacon flavoured tortellini, but regular cheese tortellini works just as well.
• Watch the Tortellini: Cooking times can vary by brand, so check the package directions and cook until the pasta is tender without becoming mushy.
• Shred Your Own Cheddar: Freshly shredded cheddar melts more smoothly than packaged shredded cheese and gives the soup a creamier texture.
• Add the Cheese Off the Heat: Remove the pot from the heat before stirring in the cheddar to help prevent the cheese from becoming grainy.
• Keep the Heat Gentle: Avoid boiling the soup vigorously after adding the half and half to keep the broth smooth and creamy.
• Adjust the Thickness: The soup will thicken as it sits because the tortellini absorbs liquid. Add a splash of chicken broth or half and half if it gets too thick.
• Make Homemade Hamburger Bun Croutons: I used the back end of a frosting piping tip to cut little circles from sesame seed hamburger buns, then toasted them until crispy. They're a fun way to give the soup that authentic cheeseburger feel.

Substitutions and Variations

• Ground Turkey: Swap the ground beef for ground turkey or ground chicken for a lighter version of this hearty soup.
• Italian Sausage: Replace some or all of the ground beef with mild Italian sausage for a different savory flavour.
• Different Tortellini: I used cheese and bacon tortellini, but regular cheese, spinach and ricotta, or beef tortellini would all work well.
• Beef Broth: Substitute beef broth for the chicken broth to give the soup a richer, beefier flavour.
• Heavy Cream: Replace the half and half with heavy cream for an extra rich and indulgent soup.
• Whole Milk: Use whole milk instead of half and half for a lighter broth, although the soup won't be quite as rich and creamy.
• Different Cheeses: Swap some of the cheddar for Monterey Jack, Colby Jack, or Pepper Jack cheese to change up the flavour.
• Spicy Cheeseburger Soup: Use hot Rotel, add diced jalapeños, or sprinkle in some cayenne pepper for an extra kick.
• Mild Version: Replace the Rotel with regular canned diced tomatoes if you prefer a soup without the heat from green chilies.
• Bacon Cheeseburger Tortellini Soup: Stir cooked and crumbled bacon directly into the soup for smoky bacon flavour in every bite.
• Add Vegetables: Stir in diced bell peppers, carrots, celery, or mushrooms for extra flavour and texture.
• Pickle Lovers' Version: Add a small amount of finely chopped dill pickles or a splash of pickle juice for a tangy cheeseburger-inspired twist.
• Mustard Flavour: Stir in a teaspoon or two of yellow mustard or Dijon mustard to give the soup a little extra classic burger flavour.
• Different Pasta: If you can't find tortellini, try small pasta shells, rotini, or elbow macaroni. Adjust the cooking time as needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use frozen tortellini instead of refrigerated tortellini?

• Yes! Frozen tortellini works well in this soup. You may need to increase the cooking time slightly, so follow the package directions and cook until the tortellini is tender.

Can I make Cheeseburger Tortellini Soup ahead of time?

• Yes, but I recommend cooking the tortellini separately if you're making the soup ahead of time. Store the pasta and soup separately, then combine them when reheating to prevent the tortellini from becoming too soft.

How long does Cheeseburger Tortellini Soup last in the refrigerator?

• Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. The tortellini will continue absorbing liquid as it sits, so you may need to add a splash of broth when reheating.

Can I freeze Cheeseburger Tortellini Soup?

• I don't recommend freezing the fully prepared soup because the creamy broth can separate and the tortellini may become mushy when thawed. For better results, freeze the soup base before adding the half and half, tortellini and cheese, then add those ingredients when reheating.

Cheeseburger Tortellini Soup

Yield: Serves 6

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

Cheeseburger Tortellini Soup is a rich and creamy one-pot dinner loaded with seasoned ground beef, tender cheese-filled tortellini, Rotel tomatoes and plenty of melted cheddar cheese.

This hearty, cheesy soup is packed with classic cheeseburger flavour and ready in just 40 minutes, making it perfect for an easy family dinner.

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Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 cup diced onion
• 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• ¼ cup butter
• ¼ flour
• 10 ounce can Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 3 cups half and half
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 12 ounces refrigerated tortellini ( I used cheese & bacon flavour )
• 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Optional Toppings

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• shredded cheddar
• cooked and crumbled bacon
• hamburger bun croutons ( I used the back end of a frosting piping tip to cut small circles from a sesame hamburger bun and then toasted them )

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
2. Add the ground beef and diced onions to the pot.
3. Crumble the ground beef well as it cooks.
4. Once the ground beef is fully browned, add the chopped garlic and Worcestershire to the pot. Stir well and cook for a couple minutes.
5. Add the butter and stir until melted.
6. Add the flour, stir well and continue cooking for 3 minutes.
7. Add the undrained can of Rotel and stir well.
8. Add the broth and stir until it thickens slightly.
9. Add the half and half, salt, pepper, paprika and onion powder. Stir well and bring to a low boil.
10. Once the soup starts to boil, add the tortellini. Stir well and reduce the heat to medium.
11. Leave the soup to simmer, stirring occasionally, until the tortellini is tender. About 15 minutes.
12. Remove the pot from the heat.
13. Add the shredded cheddar and stir well.
14. Serve and top with shredded cheddar, crumbled bacon and croutons if desired.
15. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 914Total Fat: 59gSaturated Fat: 31gUnsaturated Fat: 28gCholesterol: 215mgSodium: 1680mgCarbohydrates: 46gFiber: 3gSugar: 9gProtein: 48g

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