Too-Easy Tortellini Soup

Name: Too-Easy Tortellini Soup
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Ingredients: 4 cups chicken broth; 1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini; 1 can (15 ounces) white kidney or cannellini beans, rinsed and drained; 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained; 1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; Shredded Parmesan cheese and coarsely ground pepper, optional

In Chesterfield, Missouri, Beth Daley combines packaged tortellini and canned goods to quickly bring this hearty soup to the table. Basil and Parmesan cheese round out the flavor of this family favorite.

Ingredients

4 cups chicken broth
1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini
1 can (15 ounces) white kidney or cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained
1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
Shredded Parmesan cheese and coarsely ground pepper, optional

Directions

In a large saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Stir in tortellini. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in the beans, tomatoes and basil. Simmer for 4-6 minutes or until pasta is tender. Stir in the vinegar. Sprinkle with cheese and pepper if desired.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 276 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 457mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1-1/2 lean meat, 1 fat.

Originally published as Too-Easy Tortellini Soup in Quick Cooking July/August 2001

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Ham_Sammich

Jun 2, 2016

Needed a quick and easy dinner and this fit the bill! Very tasty - added fresh basil at the end. Will definitely make again!
hyattmyers

Oct 6, 2015

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lindachicken__Oklahoma

Feb 6, 2014

My favorite 'go-to-recipe' when in a hurry to get dinner to my mother....some soft garlic bread sticks and a fresh salad. This is always a hit, thank you for sharing!
acturner20

Sep 29, 2013

So easy and so tasty. We have loved this soup for years.
aicenhour

Aug 22, 2013

I made a lot of soup when I was pregnant with my twins in 2011. This was one of the recipes I tried and decided it was a keeper. I add whatever I have on hand though... So if it were summer, I would add zucchini. Change it up with the veggies! Or add some stewed chicken! Mmmmmm!
pammybo

Aug 18, 2013

I've been making this for years and it has become a family favorite. I serve it with crusty bread. Very easy, quick and delicious!
itsmeinindy2

Nov 3, 2012

I love this recipe and make it often. I use chick peas in place of the beans, just because I love them. Thanks for sharing!
kandala

Jan 17, 2012

been making this for quite a few years now, exact recipe. love it and family loves it
bjsilve0

Oct 29, 2011

It's excellent even re-heated. For you Weight Watchers it's low points.
mewolcott412

Jun 20, 2011

It's easy, and it's quick and it tastes great. I top it parmesan that's been shredded on the large holes of a grater, to have it pack more of a punch. I serve it garlic bread or popovers, and a salad.