Tortellini, Kale, & White Bean Soup
(from greenfood’s recipe box)
Break up tomatoes to make more appealing for kids who frown when they see tomatoes.
Source: Garden Harvests Farm
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Serves 4 people
Categories: Kid-Friendly
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 ribs celery, sliced
- 1 15-oz. can diced tomatoes, drained
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups kale, spinach, or chard
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 8-oz. package fresh cheese or meat tortellini
- 1 15-oz. can white beans, drained and rinsed
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
Directions
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GATHER ALL YOUR INGREDIENTS TO SAVE TIME!
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Warm oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add celery, tomatoes and oregano and cook, stirring occasionally, until celery begins to soften, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, 2 minutes longer.
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Stir in broth and bring soup to a boil. Carefully add tortellini and beans and cook, stirring occasionally, until soup is heated through and tortellini are tender, about 7 minutes. Add salt, pepper,and greens and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes.
- Divide soup among 4 bowls, sprinkle each with 1 Tbsp. Parmesan and serve immediately.