chicken tortellini soup

this soup is super easy. okay, okay, all of my recipes are super easy, but this one takes little to no effort. & everyone in my family ate it up quick, & even asked for more. it definitely hits the "spot" on a chilly winter's night.

chicken tortellini soup

9 oz. frozen broccoli
8 cups water
4 tsp. of chicken bouillon (i used 8 cubes)
3 cans chicken broth
1 can cream of chicken soup
2 cups cubed chicken (i added more, but i like a lot of chicken)
1 cup chopped onion
2 cups sliced carrots
2 clover or tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. basil
1 tsp. oregano
1 package frozen cheese tortellini

mix everything together, except the cream of chicken soup, & bring to a boil. add the cream of chicken soup, heat and then serve.

delicious with some crusty italian bread!

making popeye proud.

layered spinach tortellini salad

1 (9 ounce) package uncooked cheese tortellini
2 cups shredded red cabbage
6 cups torn spinach leaves
1 (8 ounce) bottle ranch dressing
8 slices cooked, crumbled bacom
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup sliced green onion

cook tortellini per package directions. drain & rinse in cold water. in a large bowl (a clear bowl makes a pretty sight), layer cabbage, spinach, tortellinit, tomatoes, green onions & bacon. pour dressing evenly over top. refrigerate until serving time & toss immediately before.