Description
This hearty and comforting Ravioli Soup combines tender cheese ravioli with a flavorful beef and tomato broth, seasoned with Italian herbs and finished with parmesan cheese. Perfect for a cozy meal, it’s easy to prepare and sure to satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb cheese ravioli or mini cheese ravioli
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1.5 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 28 oz crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 tbsp parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: Heat a large pot over medium heat and add the ground beef. Break up the meat into crumbles and cook for about 5 minutes until browned. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, dried basil, and dried oregano, then sauté for another minute to release the flavors.
- Prepare the Soup Base: Stir in the tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, and beef broth. Increase the heat to high and bring the soup to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer gently for 20 minutes to develop a rich flavor.
- Cook the Ravioli: While the soup simmers, bring a separate pot of salted water to a boil. Add the ravioli and cook until tender and cooked through according to package instructions, usually about 4-5 minutes. Drain the ravioli and set aside.
- Finish the Soup: Stir the parmesan cheese into the simmered soup to add creaminess and depth. Spoon a portion of ravioli into serving bowls and ladle the hot soup over the top.
- Serve: Garnish with additional parmesan cheese and fresh herbs if desired, then serve immediately for a warming, flavorful meal.
Notes
- Use mini cheese ravioli for a more delicate soup texture and easier eating experience.
- Feel free to substitute ground beef with ground turkey or Italian sausage for a different flavor profile.
- Add fresh spinach or kale in the last few minutes of simmering for added nutrition and color.
- Parmesan cheese adds umami and richness but can be omitted or replaced with a vegan cheese for a dairy-free option.
- Leftover soup can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; add fresh ravioli when reheating to prevent it from becoming soggy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
