Creamy Ham, Bean, and Tortellini Soup

Warm up with a bowl of hearty and delicious Creamy Ham, Bean, and Tortellini Soup. This comforting soup combines tender ham, creamy beans, and cheesy tortellini in a flavorful broth. It's the perfect dish to cozy up with on a chilly day. With a preparing time of just 30 minutes, you can have a satisfying homemade soup on the table in no time. This recipe is great for lunch or dinner and can be enjoyed on its own or with a side of crusty bread. Give it a try and savor the comforting flavors!

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 cup diced cooked ham
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 can (15.5 oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 package (9 oz) cheese tortellini
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant, about 2 minutes.
3. Add the diced carrots and celery. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
4. Stir in the diced ham and cook for an additional minute.
5. Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
6. Reduce the heat to low and add the cannellini beans. Simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
7. Add the cheese tortellini and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
8. Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. Simmer the soup for another 5 minutes to heat through.
10. Serve the creamy ham, bean, and tortellini soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

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