Easy Ravioli Soup Recipe with Spinach and Parmesan
Easy Ravioli Soup with spinach and parmesan is a comforting, creamy, and better-than-takeout dinner ready in 20 minutes. After making this many times, I discovered the trick to keeping it creamy without a heavy, dairy-laden sauce. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Classic Green Bean Casserole Recipe and Crispy Ranch Potatoes Recipe.
Why This Easy Ravioli Soup Recipe with Spinach and Parmesan Is Pure Comfort
- Creamy and comforting
- Better than takeout
- Ready in 20 minutes
- Perfect for busy weeknights
What You'll Need for Easy Ravioli Soup Recipe with Spinach and Parmesan
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Ravioli
- Spinach
- Parmesan cheese
- Garlic
- Onion
- Chicken broth
- Heavy cream
- Optional: Basil
- Optional: Red pepper flakes
đź“ť Ingredient Notes
- Ravioli: Use your favorite brand or make homemade if desired.
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How to Make Easy Ravioli Soup Recipe with Spinach and Parmesan
- Sauté garlic and onion: In a large pot, sauté minced garlic and diced onion until softened.
- Add broth and ravioli: Add chicken broth and ravioli to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until ravioli is cooked.
- Blend and add spinach: Use an immersion blender to blend some of the ravioli into the broth for a creamy base. Add spinach and cook until wilted.
- Stir in cream and parmesan: Stir in heavy cream and parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Ravioli Soup Recipe with Spinach and Parmesan
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcook the ravioli. They will continue to cook in the hot broth, so remove them from the heat source when they're almost al dente.
- Pro tip: For a lighter soup, substitute the heavy cream with milk and add a tablespoon of cornstarch to thicken.
- Pro tip: For a heartier soup, add cooked chicken or sausage before serving.
Storing & Reheating Easy Ravioli Soup Recipe with Spinach and Parmesan
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare the soup base (without the ravioli) up to 2 days ahead. Cook the ravioli just before serving.
Freezing Easy Ravioli Soup Recipe with Spinach and Parmesan
Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, stirring halfway through.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
- Best substitution: Substitute the spinach with kale or Swiss chard for a different flavor profile.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the soup base (without the ravioli) up to 2 days ahead. Cook the ravioli just before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
- Troubleshooting: If the soup is too thick, add more broth or water to reach your desired consistency.
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Easy Ravioli Soup Recipe with Spinach and Parmesan
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Ravioli
- Spinach
- Parmesan cheese
Seasonings
- Garlic
- Onion
- Chicken broth
- Heavy cream
Optional Toppings
- Basil
- Red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Sauté garlic and onion: In a large pot, sauté minced garlic and diced onion until softened.
- Add broth and ravioli: Add chicken broth and ravioli to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until ravioli is cooked.
- Blend and add spinach: Use an immersion blender to blend some of the ravioli into the broth for a creamy base. Add spinach and cook until wilted.
- Stir in cream and parmesan: Stir in heavy cream and parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
- Best substitution: Substitute the spinach with kale or Swiss chard for a different flavor profile.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the soup base (without the ravioli) up to 2 days ahead. Cook the ravioli just before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
- Troubleshooting: If the soup is too thick, add more broth or water to reach your desired consistency.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Make ahead: Prepare the soup base (without the ravioli) up to 2 days ahead. Cook the ravioli just before serving.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 18g
- Fat: 20g
- Carbs: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Cholesterol: 60mg
- Sat. Fat: 12g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Ravioli Soup Recipe with Spinach and Parmesan FAQs
Yes, prepare the soup base (without the ravioli) up to 2 days ahead. Cook the ravioli just before serving to prevent overcooking.
Overcooking the pasta can release starch into the broth, making it watery. To prevent this, cook the pasta separately and add it to the soup just before serving.
Yes, cook the soup on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours. Add the spinach and parmesan in the last hour of cooking.
Yes, add the frozen ravioli directly to the pot and increase the cooking time by a few minutes.
Serve with a side of garlic bread, a crisp salad, or a warm dinner roll for a complete meal.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Ravioli Soup Recipe with Spinach and Parmesan and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
