Friday, May 21, 2010

Tortellini Vegetable Soup

1 package fresh tortellini {this can be found the refrigerated pasta section}
8-10 cups chicken broth
2 cups chopped carrots
1 cup chopped celery
1 can petite diced tomatoes, drained
1/2 package frozen chopped spinach or 1 cup fresh chopped spinach
1 zucchini squash diced
1/2 onion diced
1 clove garlic, minced
parmesan cheese, grated for the top
1 tsp fresh ground pepper
1 tbsp dried or fresh parsley
1 tsp dried bay leaf, chopped or 1-2 dried leaves
1/2 tsp basil
1/2 tsp thyme
1/2 tsp oregano

directions:
in a large pot add broth, herbs + bring to a boil. add all vegetables and leave on medium to medium-high heat, covered until carrots are tender, about 20-30 minutes. add tortellini and cook for another 5-7 minutes. add parmesan cheese to the top of each serving.

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