Tortellini Vegetable Soup

Oh my goodness. Just tried this tonight and it was a hit. Both for the parents and for our kids. Super yummy and amazingly quick and easy. I topped each bowl with a little grated parmesan cheese just for added deliciousness. You have to try this!!!

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 small zucchini, diced
• 1 medium carrot, peeled and diced
• 5 1/2 cups chicken stock
• 1 teaspoon dried basil (more if fresh)
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/2 cup canned crushed tomatoes
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 8 to 9 ounces fresh or frozen tortellini (cheese or meat filled)**
• 2 to 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• Black pepper, to taste

 

Heat the olive oil in a medium soup pot or large saucepan. Add the onion, zucchini, and carrot. Sauté over moderate heat for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring often, until the onion is soft and translucent.

 

Add the stock, basil, bay leaf, tomatoes, and salt to the pot. Increase the heat and bring the mixture to a low boil.

 

Add the tortellini and bring the soup back to a low boil. Cook it for 2 minutes, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 5 to 6 minutes longer. Gently stir in the parsley and pepper during the last minute or so. Makes about 5 servings.

 

**I used Fresh Buitoni Sweet Italian Sausage filled. Found in the refrigerated section with the "fancy" cheeses.