Meals Matter

Italian Tortellini Soup

Contributed By: lyoung63366
Dierberg's Everybody Cooks

Plump tortellini, zesty sausage and hearty vegetables make this a satisfying meal in a bowl

Ingredients

1 lb Ground Italian pork sausage

1 1/2 c. Shredded carrot

1 c. Chopped onion

1 Large green bell pepper, quartered, seeded and chopped

4 c. Water

2 14 oz. Cans beef broth

1 16 oz. Can kidney beans, rinsed and drained

1 tsp. Italian herb seasoning

2 cups (1/2 of 20 oz package) frozen cheese tortellini

Preparation

Heat large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Crumble sausage into pan; cook stirring occasionally until sausage is browned, about 5 to 6 minutes. Drain off any fat. Add carrot, onion and bell pepper; cooks stirring occasionally until vegetables are tender about 3 minutes. Add water, broth, beans, and seasoning; bring to a boil. Add tortellini; return to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until pasta is tender, about 15 minutes.

Cook's Notes

Makes 8 servings

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Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: Less than 15 minutes
Ingredients: Pork
Rice, Pasta & Bread
Vegetables
Actual Cooking Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Number of Servings: 8
Origin: Italian
Special Features: Quick to Prepare (under 30 minutes)
Meal Type: Lunch
Entree

Nutrient Information

Calories: 224
Total Fat: 8
Fiber: 4