Prep Time

    •    Prep and cook time: 25 minutes
    •    Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

    •    1/4 tsp pepper
    •    thinly sliced fresh basil leaves
    •    1 packet (about 10 ounces) carrots
    •    1 cup frozen peas (about 4 ounces)
    •    2 cartons reduced-sodium chicken broth
    •    1 packet (about 9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini

Method: In a large saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Add carrots, tortellini, peas and pepper; return to a boil. Cook, uncovered, 7-9 minutes or until pasta is tender. Top servings with basil.

* Freeze option: Freeze cooled soup in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally.

This great family recipe is thanks to Taste of Home at https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/tortellini-primavera-soup/