====== Tortellini, White Bean and Spinach Soup ======

  *2 tsp. olive oil
  *4 cup onions, chopped
  *1 cup red bell pepper, chopped
  *6 garlic cloves, minced
  *3 tsp. dried Italian seasoning
  *2 (10 oz. packages) frozen spinach
  *1 1/2 cup water
  *48 oz. canned navy beans, drained
  *4 cup vegetable broth
  *29 oz. canned chopped tomatoes
  *2 (14 oz. cans) artichoke hearts, drained
  *2 (9 oz.) fresh tortellini
  *1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated

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   - Heat oil in 8+ qt. stockpot, add onion, bell pepper, garlic, and Italian seasoning.  Saute 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
   - Add spinach, water, navy beans, broth, tomatoes, and artichoke hearts.  Bring to boil and then reduce heat and simmer 2 minutes.
   - Add tortellini and cook until thoroughly heated.  Serve with cheese sprinkled on top.

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  Serves: 12
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{{tag>food vegetarian soup}}