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Mary Jo's Tortellini – Spinach Soup

My sister-in-law is a great cook and loves to cook Italian ... this one of her stand-bys ... can't beat this for throwing together a quick and simple meal.

2 8 oz cans Italian diced tomatoes

2 qts Chicken Broth

1 pkg frozen chopped spinach

1 16oz pkg frozen Cheese tortellini (can substitute dried versions)

1 clove minced garlic (opt)

¼ cup chopped onion (opt)

1/2 tsp oregano (opt)

2 Bay Leaves (Opt)

pinch Parsley leaves as garnish (opt)

Combine all ingredients in a soup pot. Bring to boil. Stir to break up spinach block. Simmer until tortellini are done.