SOUPED UP TORTELLINI

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Do something different with a pack of tortellini. This filling soup is full of fibre, low fat and full of veg. The perfect lunch or supper

Provided by Annacia

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 carrots, chopped
1 large onion, finely chopped
4 1/2 cups vegetable stock
1 (14 ounce) can chopped tomatoes
7 ounces frozen peas (or rinsed canned beans)
9 ounces fresh filled tortellini (choose non meat filling for a vegetarian soup )
1/2 cup basil leaves (optional)
grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a pan. Fry the carrots and onion for 5 mins until starting to soften. Add the stock and tomatoes, then simmer for 10 minutes Add the peas or beans with 5 mins to go.
  • Once veggies are tender, stir in the pasta. Return to the boil and simmer for 2 mins until the pasta is just cooked. Stir in the basil, if using. Season, then serve in bowls topped with a sprinkling of Parmesan and slices of garlic bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310.8, Fat 8.5, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 27, Sodium 477.1, Carbohydrate 47.3, Fiber 6.1, Sugar 8.7, Protein 12.8

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