Karen'S Vegetarian Tortellini Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
5 cups vegetable broth
1 cup water
1 cup carrot, sliced
1 (2 cup) can diced tomatoes
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried chili
2 teaspoons dried parsley
3 ounces tomato paste
1 zucchini, chopped
1 green pepper, chopped
1 red pepper, chopped
19 ounces Primo mixed beans
1 cup frozen corn kernels
1 (8 ounce) package frozen cheese tortellini

Preparation

In a large pot, heat oil over medium high. Add onions and cook onion until tender.
Add broth, water, carrots, tomatoes (with juice), basil, oregano, chilies, and tomato paste; bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes.
Add zucchini, peppers, parsley, garlic, beans, corn and tortellini; simmer for another 30 minutes.
Serve with fresh parmesan sprinkled on top if desired.