Minestrone Soup

This soup is tasty and chock full of good-for-ya. Recipe from friend Laurel Anne.

Minestrone Soup

1 T. olive oil

3 carrots, sliced

3 celery stalks, sliced

2 garlic cloves, minced

2 quarts chicken broth

1 tsp. each dried basil, oregano, and thyme

3 zucchini, chopped

1 bag baby spinach

1 20-oz can tomato puree

1 20-oz can kidney beans, rinsed

2 C. fresh cheese tortellini

In large pot, saute olive oil, carrots, celery and garlic for 5 minutes over medium heat. Add chicken broth and spices. Bring to a slow boil and simmer for 10 minutes. Add remaining ingredients and cook as tortellini pkg directs. Salt and pepper to taste and top with fresh grated parmesan cheese.