Christmas Soup or Tortellini Soup

This soup makes plenty for 6 to 8 friends easily. This is an easy winter soup recipe is from Barb Christiansen of Cedarburg. The red and green color scheme is perfect for the holidays.

ingredients

2 T. olive oil
2 oz. pancetta or bacon, finely diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 (49 1/2 oz.)can chicken broth
2 t. dried Italian seasoning
9 oz. cheese tortellini
1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes in puree
8 oz. fresh spinach, rinsed, stemmed, and chopped
1 C. freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste

directions

Heat the olive oil in a stockpot over medium heat. Add pancetta (bacon),garlic and onion. Cook, stirring frequently until brown, 10-15 minutes. Add chicken broth and Italian seasoning. Bring to a boil and stir in tortellini. Season with salt and pepper. Top with fresh Parmesan cheese.

Source: Kay Pike