SOUTHWEST TORTELLINI CHOWDER

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Something different for a change! This is so creamy and flavorful. It's perfect for a cool day. I made this up one night when I was tired of the same old tomato-based soup.

Provided by KadesMom

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

3 (10 1/2 ounce) cans condensed chicken broth
1 cup water
1 (14 ounce) can Italian-style diced tomatoes
1/2 cup mild chunky salsa
1 teaspoon cumin
1 (16 ounce) package meat-filled tortellini, frozen
1 (8 3/4 ounce) can whole kernel corn
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans
1/2 green pepper, diced
1/2 onion, diced
1/4 cup half-and-half
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Steps:

In a large saucepan combine broth, water, salsa and tomatoes.
Bring to a boil, then reduce to low and simmer.
Meanwhile, saute onions and green pepper until tender. About 3-4 minutes.
Add onions, green pepper, pinto beans, corn, tortellini and cumin to saucepan.
Simmer on low for 30 minutes.
Add half and half.
Heat a few more minutes. Do not boil.
Garnish with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225, Fat 3.9, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 5.2, Sodium 1357.9, Carbohydrate 35, Fiber 8.8, Sugar 5.6, Protein 15.5

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