Very good and hearty. Combines Italian tortellini with Mexican seasonings. Top with tortilla chips and fresh cilantro.
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup chopped onion
- ½ cup chopped red bell pepper
- 1/3 cup chopped green chile pepper
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced
- 1 tablespoon margarine
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups peeled and cubed potatoes
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper
- 2 cups cheese tortellini
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
- 1 pint half-and-half cream
Directions
Step 1
In a large pot over medium heat, cook onion, bell pepper, chile pepper, garlic and jalapeno in margarine until tender but not brown, 5 minutes.
Step 2
Stir in broth, potatoes, cumin, salt, pepper and red pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer about 20 minutes, until potatoes are just tender.
Step 3
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and set aside.
Step 4
In a small bowl, stir together flour and vegetable oil. Pour into soup, increase heat to medium, and cook until thickened and bubbly. Stir in corn, half-and-half and tortellini and heat through. Serve.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
Calories 322 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat16g | 21% |
Saturated Fat7g | 35% |
Cholesterol38mg | 13% |
Sodium622mg | 27% |
Total Carbohydrate39g | 14% |
Dietary Fiber3g | 11% |
Total Sugars5g | |
Protein9g | |
Vitamin C25mg | 126% |
Calcium99mg | 8% |
Iron1mg | 7% |
Potassium347mg | 7% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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