07 February 2015

Spinach Tortellini Soup

3 small red potatoes, pealed and cubed
2 medium carrots, sliced
1 celery rib, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
2 tablespoon plus 1-1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
2 quarts water
3 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 package (10 ounce) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 teaspoon dried parsley flaked
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 packages (9 ounces each) refrigerated cheese tortellini


  1. In Dutch oven, combine the potatoes, carrots, celery, onions, bouillon and water.  Bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
  2. Stir in the chicken, spinach, parsley, garlic powder, oregano, pepper and salt; return to a boil.  Ad tortellini, cook, uncovered, for 7-8 minutes or until tortellini is tender.
Yield 10 Servings (3-3/4 quarts)