Garlicky Tortellini, Spinach And Tomato Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients
    2 tablespoons unsalted butter
    6 -8 cloves garlic, chopped
    1/2 cup chopped onion
    4 cups vegetable broth
    2 cups water
    9 ounces fresh cheese tortellini or 9 ounces frozen cheese tortellini
    1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, with their liquid
    10 ounces spinach, washed and stemmed,coarsely chopped
    8 -10 basil leaves, coarsely chopped
    1 egg
    1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
    salt and pepper
Preparation
    In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
    Add the garlic and onion and saute until fragrant, 2-3 minutes.
    Add the chicken broth and water; bring to a boil.
    Add the tortellini and cook halfway, about 5 minutes for frozen pasta, less if using fresh.
    Add the tomatoes and their liquid, reduce the heat to a simmer and cook just until the pasta is tender, about 4 minutes.
    Stir in the spinach and basil and cook until wilted, 1-2 minutes.
    Meanwhile, whisk together the egg, Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper.
    Drizzle into the soup and cook, stirring about 3 minutes more.
    Remove from heat and serve.

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