Easy Ravioli Soup Recipe: Better Than Takeout
Easy Ravioli Soup is the ultimate comfort food, ready in just 30 minutes. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the secret to the creamiest broth. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Fresh Cucumber Tomato Feta Salad and Easy Grilled Shrimp and Avocado Bowl.
Why This Easy Ravioli Soup Recipe: Better Than Takeout Is Pure Comfort
- Perfect for busy weeknights
- Creamy and comforting
- Better than takeout
What You'll Need for Easy Ravioli Soup Recipe: Better Than Takeout
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Cheese Ravioli
- Spinach
- Parmesan Cheese
- Garlic
- Onion
- Chicken Broth
- Heavy Cream
- Optional: Basil
- Optional: Red Pepper Flakes
đź“ť Ingredient Notes
- Ravioli: Use frozen or fresh, just make sure they're cheese-filled.
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How to Make Easy Ravioli Soup Recipe: Better Than Takeout
- Step 1: Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until soft.
- Step 2: Add chicken broth, bring to a boil, then add ravioli. Cook until tender.
- Step 3: Stir in spinach, heavy cream, salt, and pepper. Simmer until spinach wilts.
- Step 4: Blend until smooth (optional), then stir in Parmesan cheese.
- Step 5: Serve hot, garnished with basil and red pepper flakes.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Ravioli Soup Recipe: Better Than Takeout
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcook the ravioli. They can become mushy and release too much starch, making the soup thick and gluey.
- Tip: For a smoother soup, blend it until smooth before serving.
- Tip: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.
Storing & Reheating Easy Ravioli Soup Recipe: Better Than Takeout
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: This soup can be made ahead and reheated.
Freezing Easy Ravioli Soup Recipe: Better Than Takeout
Freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway through.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the spinach with kale or Swiss chard.
- Make-ahead: This soup can be made ahead and reheated, but the ravioli may absorb some of the liquid and become less tender.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved.
- Troubleshooting: If the soup is too thick, add a little more broth or water to thin it out.
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Easy Ravioli Soup Recipe: Better Than Takeout
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Cheese Ravioli
- Spinach
- Parmesan Cheese
Seasonings
- Garlic
- Onion
- Chicken Broth
- Heavy Cream
Optional Toppings
- Basil
- Red Pepper Flakes
Instructions
- Step 1: Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until soft.
- Step 2: Add chicken broth, bring to a boil, then add ravioli. Cook until tender.
- Step 3: Stir in spinach, heavy cream, salt, and pepper. Simmer until spinach wilts.
- Step 4: Blend until smooth (optional), then stir in Parmesan cheese.
- Step 5: Serve hot, garnished with basil and red pepper flakes.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the spinach with kale or Swiss chard.
- Make-ahead: This soup can be made ahead and reheated, but the ravioli may absorb some of the liquid and become less tender.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved.
- Troubleshooting: If the soup is too thick, add a little more broth or water to thin it out.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Make ahead: This soup can be made ahead and reheated.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 18g
- Fat: 20g
- Carbs: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Cholesterol: 50mg
- Sat. Fat: 10g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Ravioli Soup Recipe: Better Than Takeout FAQs
Yes, this soup can be made ahead and reheated. However, the ravioli may absorb some of the liquid and become less tender.
If the soup is too thick, add a little more broth or water to thin it out. Be careful not to add too much, as this can make the soup watery.
Yes, this soup can be frozen for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
No, this soup is not suitable for the air fryer. It requires cooking on the stovetop.
You can substitute the heavy cream with half and half or milk. The soup will be less creamy, but still delicious.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Ravioli Soup Recipe: Better Than Takeout 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!
