Tortellini Broccoli Soup

Love soups and this one is great!

• Ready In: 1 hr
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 4  garlic cloves
• 7  cups chicken broth
• 2  cups  meat-filled tortellini or 2  cups  cheese tortellini
• 2  cups broccoli, chopped
• 1  cup carrot, thinly sliced
•  salt & freshly ground black pepper
•  grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese (optional) or  pecorino romano cheese (optional)

Directions

1. Thinly slice the garlic clove lengthwise, then cut the slices in slivers.
2. Combine the broth with the garlic in a small saucepan.
3. Over high heat, bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer 5 minutes.
4. Add the tortellini, broccoli and carrot, and cook a few minutes longer, until the vegetables are tender.
5. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with cheese if you like.