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Tortellini and Spinach Soup




Source of Recipe


Jim (learned in Italy)






Recipe Introduction


Garlic, tortellini, spinach and tomato





List of Ingredients



• 2 Tbsp unsalted butter
  
• 6-8 cloves garlic
  
• 4 cups (1qt) low salt chicken broth
  
• 6 oz fresh or frozen cheese tortellini
  
• 14 oz can of diced tomatoes with liquid
  
• 10oz spinach - washed and stemmed - coarsely chopped
  
• 8-10 leaves of basil
  
• Grated Parmesan (preferably parmigiano reggiano
  






Instructions



1. Melt the butter in a large saucepan over med high heat.
   
2. Add the gralic and saute until fragrant (2 minutes)
   
3. Add the broth and bring to a boil.
   
4. Add the tortellini and cook halfway (about 5 mintues for frozen less for fresh)
   
5. Add the tomatoes and their liquid
   
6. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook just until the pasta is tender.
   
7. Stir in the spinach and basil and cook until wilted (1 - 2 minutes)
   
8. Serve with a sprinkle of grated cheese.