Garlic-Basil Tortellini Soup  | 
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                                            Prep Time: 25 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes  | 
                                            Ready In: 25 Minutes Servings: 4  | 
                                         
                                        
                                     
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                    I created the recipe through trial and error. I make it with vegetable broth, but feel free to use chicken broth if you prefer. It is a quick fix with frozen pasta and canned beans, it's sure to heat up the chilliest of winter nights.Linda Kees, Boise, Idaho Ingredients: 
                    
                        
                                                2 garlic cloves, minced  |  
                                                1 teaspoon butter  |  
                                                2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth  |  
                                                1/2 cup water  |  
                                                1/3 cup minced fresh basil  |  
                                                1/4 teaspoon pepper  |  
                                                2-1/2 cups frozen cheese tortellini  |  
                                                1 can (19 ounces) white kidney beans or cannellini beans, rinsed and drained  |  
                                                2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar  |  
                                                1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese  |  
                                                
                     
                    Directions: 
                    
                        
                            
                                1. In a large saucepan, saute garlic in butter until tender. Stir in the broth, water, basil and pepper. Bring to a boil. Stir in tortellini. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for about 3 minutes or until tortellini begins to float. Stir in beans and vinegar; heat through. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Yield: 4 servings.                              | 
                         
                         
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