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Tortellini en Brodo is a delicious broth bowl made with cheese tortellini in a  rich broth flavored with garlic and thyme. This simple broth bowl recipe is elevated with fresh tomatoes, spinach and topped with a crunchy mixture of toasted bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese.

Bowl of Tortellini in Brodo with tomatoes and spinach

Have you ever heard of Tortellini en Brodo? 

It simply means tortellini served in broth.

This easy tortellini recipe is a bit different than Tortellini Soup, in that heavier on the tortellini and lighter on the amount of liquid.

And Tortellini in Brodo is one of my ALL time favorite recipes.

Tortellini en Brodo

Tortellini en Brodo is a traditionally served as a first course for Northern Italy Christmas Feasts.

But why limit this cheese tortellini recipe to just the holidays?!

This easy broth bowl recipe is perfect for a light dinner, hearty lunch, and is so full of incredible rich flavor that it also makes a great dish to entertain with.

This simple tortellini dish sings with flavor from a rich and light broth created with dry wine, chicken stock, and garlic. Grape tomatoes and spinach add freshness to this dish and the cheese tortellini provides heartiness and creamy luxury. And do not leave off the bread crumb topping–it adds just the right amount of crunch this dish calls for.

How to Make Tortellini in Brodo

  • Prepare  Cheese Tortellini

    • Boil Cheese Tortellini in salted, boiling water according to package directions.
    • It is important to not boil tortellini in broth, as it will change the way volume and flavor of the rich broth that makes this dish spectacular.

  • Prepare Brodo

    • While tortellini is cooking, prepare the rich broth for this dish.
    • Bring the chicken stock, wine, 1 spring of thyme and garlic to a boil.
    • Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
    • Add in juice of fresh lemon juice at end of cooking.

  • Prepare Gremolata

    • Heat the olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat.
    • Add bread crumbs and remaining sprig of thyme leaves, chopped up.
    • Toast until crumbs are golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.

  • Serve Tortellini en Brodo

    • Evenly divide spinach and tomatoes and tortellini between 4 bowls.
    • Ladle broth over each bowl.
    • Sprinkle bread crumb mixture of each bowl.
    • Finish with freshly grated Parmesan.
    • Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately.

Tips on Warm Tortellini Spinach Salad

  • In case you are serving picky kids–give them the cheese tortellini plain, but enjoy yours dressed up a bit.
  • If you don’t have vegetable stock, use chicken stock–just remember this dish will not be vegetarian.
  • Cherry Tomatoes can be used in place of grape tomatoes
  • For dry wine, I really like to use Pinot Grigio or Chardonnay.
  • The fresh lemon juice is key here. If you don’t have fresh lemons, do not substitute jarred lemon juice. Just omit completely.
  • If you don’t have fresh thyme, use 1 teaspoon dry thyme.

More Favorite Tortellini Recipes:

Tortellini Broth Bowl Recipe

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Tortellini en Brodo

Cheese tortellini is cooked in a rich broth made from herbs, garlic and wine. Served over spinach, tomatoes and then topped with a crunchy gremolata. 

Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Keyword Broth Bowl, Tortellini en Brodo, Tortellini in Brodo
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 461 kcal
Author A Mind Full Mom

Ingredients

  • 1 16 ounce package fresh cheese tortellini
  • 1 5 ounce package fresh spinach
  • 1 pint heirloom grape tomatoes, sliced in quarters
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 2 cups vegetable stock
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine or additional stock
  • juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1/4 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 1 teaspoons olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • Parmesan cheese for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the tortellini according to package directions.
  2. While tortellini is cooking, bring the chicken stock, wine, 1 spring of thyme and garlic to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Add in juice of fresh lemon juice at end of cooking.
  3. Heat the olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add bread crumbs and remaining sprig of thyme--leaves chopped up. Toast until crumbs are golden brown, bout 2-3 minutes.
  4. To serve: Evenly divide spinach and tomatoes and tortellini between 4 bowls. Ladle broth over each bowl. Sprinkle bread crumb mixture of each bowl and finish with freshly grated Parmesan. Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Tortellini en Brodo
Amount Per Serving
Calories 461 Calories from Fat 99
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 11g 17%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 45mg 15%
Sodium 1061mg 44%
Potassium 538mg 15%
Total Carbohydrates 63g 21%
Dietary Fiber 7g 28%
Sugars 8g
Protein 21g 42%
Vitamin A 104.5%
Vitamin C 34.4%
Calcium 23.4%
Iron 26.7%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

 

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  1. Dear Kristen, this soup sounds fantastic! What a comforting bowl…I would love a cup this morning. xo, Catherine

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  3. Dear Kristen, this is fabulous. I had my first broth bowl at Panera several weeks ago. Then a couple days later I went back for another! So addictive these broth bowls are. I’ve been wanting to make one for some time. I love everything you included, especially the wine in the broth. I always make my chicken soup with wine in it and it is just amazing. I’ve got to try yours!!!

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    • Yes Allie, you have to try this! I think you will find it is a bit heartier than Panera’s as well!

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  4. I so love how you celebrate your birthday – a day of eats picked and specified by you is like a dream! And what a lovely and colorful dish to celebrate with this dressed up tortellini is!

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    • Thanks Shashi, as you know, food is my life so choosing what I want for my birthday is fitting 🙂

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  5. That really looks delicious, Kristen! Tortellini is one of my favorites! Definitely want to try this! 🙂

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  8. Loving the fresh spinach and red and yellow cherry tomatoes on this!! SO beautiful! <3

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  12. This looks so yummy! I would definitely choose it for my birthday, too. I love the white wine, wilted spinach, and fresh tomatoes!

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  13. I found out today that it’s equally delicious with Whisps parmesan crisps in place of the parmesan and bread crumbs!

    Reply

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