Vegetable tortellini soup

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and celery and sauté for 3-5 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.

Step 2

Add diced tomatoes, bay leaf, spices, broth, bouillon and season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a low boil.

Step 3

Add green beans, corn and peas and cook for 2-3 minutes. Add tortellini and cook for 2-3 minutes or until they float to the top. (Keep in mind they will continue to cook in the hot broth even when the heat is off, so don't overcook).

Step 4

Taste and add a little more bouillon, salt or pepper, to taste, if needed. Remove bay leaves. 

Step 5

Serve warm with a little parmesan cheese sprinkled on top, if desired.