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Creamy Tuscan Ravioli Soup Recipe

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This Creamy Tuscan Ravioli Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish combining a smooth tomato base with tender ravioli, infused with fresh herbs and enriched with heavy cream. Perfect for an elegant yet easy-to-make meal, this soup blends rustic Italian flavors into a creamy, hearty bowl.

Ingredients

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Vegetables & Herbs

  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 stalks celery (with leaves), chopped
  • 1 sprig fresh thyme
  • Fresh basil, for garnish

Liquids & Dairy

  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 ½ cups chicken broth (preferably bone broth)

Other Ingredients

  • 1 can (28 oz) whole peeled tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • Salt & pepper, to taste
  • 10 oz ravioli
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions

  1. Heat oil and butter: In a large pot, warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat to create a flavorful base.
  2. Sauté aromatics: Add the chopped onion, celery (with leaves), and minced garlic to the pot. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften and become fragrant.
  3. Add tomatoes and sugar: Stir in the whole peeled tomatoes along with 2 tablespoons of brown sugar to balance acidity and enhance sweetness.
  4. Simmer with broth and thyme: Pour in 1 ½ cups of chicken broth, bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat. Add the fresh thyme sprig, cover partially, and let it simmer for 15 to 20 minutes to develop flavors.
  5. Blend the soup: Remove the thyme sprig, then use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, carefully transfer the mixture in batches to a regular blender and blend until creamy.
  6. Add cream and season: Return the soup to the pot if needed, stir in ½ cup of heavy cream, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Cook ravioli: Add 10 ounces of ravioli directly into the pot. Cook until the ravioli float to the top, indicating they are done, which typically takes a few minutes.
  8. Serve and garnish: Ladle the hot, creamy soup into bowls. Garnish with fresh basil leaves, an extra drizzle of cream if desired, and a sprinkle of black pepper for added flavor and presentation.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth and choose cheese or vegetable-filled ravioli.
  • An immersion blender makes pureeing easier and reduces clean-up, but a standard blender works as well.
  • Adjust brown sugar quantity according to the acidity of the tomatoes to achieve desired sweetness.
  • This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
  • Fresh basil adds a bright contrast but can be substituted with dried basil or oregano.
  • Use high-quality ravioli for best texture, preferably fresh or refrigerated over frozen.

Keywords: Tuscan soup, ravioli soup, creamy tomato soup, Italian soup, comfort food, easy dinner recipe, one pot soup

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