souped up tortellini

Name: Souped up Tortellini
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon(s) olive oil; 2 - carrots, chopped; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 4 1/2 cup(s) vegetable stock; 1 can(s) (14 ounce) chopped tomatoes; 7 ounce(s) frozen peas (or rinsed canned beans); 9 ounce(s) fresh filled tortellini (choose non meat filling for a vegetarian soup ); 1/2 cup(s) fresh basil leaves (optional); - grated parmesan cheese

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Annacia *

Moose Jaw, SK

Updated on Mar 17, 2015

Do something different with a pack of tortellini. This filling soup is full of fibre, low fat and full of veg. The perfect lunch or supper

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prep time 5 Min

cook time 25 Min

method Stove Top

yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 - carrots, chopped
1 large onion, finely chopped
4 1/2 cups vegetable stock
1 can (14 ounce) chopped tomatoes
7 ounces frozen peas (or rinsed canned beans)
9 ounces fresh filled tortellini (choose non meat filling for a vegetarian soup )
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves (optional)
- grated parmesan cheese

How To Make souped up tortellini

Step 1

Heat oil in a pan. Fry the carrots and onion for 5 mins until starting to soften.

Step 2

Add the stock and tomatoes, then simmer for 10 minutes Add the peas or beans with 5 mins to go.
Step 3

Once veggies are tender, stir in the pasta. Return to the boil and simmer for 2 mins until the pasta is just cooked.
Step 4

Stir in the basil, if using. Season, then serve in bowls topped with a sprinkling of Parmesan and slices of garlic bread.
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